Car Seat Safety Quiz By Baby Parka™

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Questions: 10 | Attempts: 42 | Updated: Apr 24, 2023

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1.

Babies should change to ‘forward facing’ car seats as soon as they turn one.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The correct answer is:False - babies can change to forward facing when he/she reaches 10kg or 22lbs, but should stay rear facing as long as possible.For more information, please click:http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/safety/choose-car-seat.shtml

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Shoulder straps should always use the slots at or below the child’s shoulder.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The correct answer is:False - using the slots at or below is correct for rear facing seats but when using a forward facing seat you should use the shoulder slots that are at or above the child’s shoulder.For more information, please wathc our videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XfkJXt8Pw10 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6yoNhCNxxZw

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Snowsuits are too bulky to use in Car Seats but bunting bags are fine.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The correct answer is:False - you want the harness system to fit tightly without any extra bulk. You should not put any padding behind or around baby, this includes bunting bags. You should only use your seat as the manufacturer intended.For more information, please click:http://thecarseatlady.com/warmandsafe/

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Children can move to booster seats when they have reached a weight of at least 40lbs/18kg.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The correct answer is:True - you can move them to booster seats at this age but it is recommended that they stay in the car seat until they have reached the maximum weight limit.For more information, please click:http://www.carseatinstallers.com/car-seat-resources/choosing-car-seat/

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When installing rear facing infant seats it is important that it is positioned at a 45 degree angle.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The correct answer is:True - this is very important to the car seat working correctly and keeping your baby safe. The angle is very important to making sure the seat absorbs most of the impact.For more information, please click:https://www.canada.ca/en/services/transport/road/child-car-seat-safety/buying-child-car-seat-booster-seat.html

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It is safe to leave a little slack in the harness strap to make sure baby is comfortable.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The correct answer is:False - there should be no excess slack in the harness system. You do not want to leave any extra slack. The harness straps need to sit right over the child’s shoulders and tightly. Think of a roller coaster, how tight do you want to be harnessed in?For more information, please watch our video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vz8RFS9O9F0

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It is alright to hold my baby in the car, if I am a passenger and they need feeding or changing.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The correct answer is:False - your child is always safest in the car seat. It is never ok for your baby to travel in the car anyway but their car seat. Motor vehicle accidents are the number one cause of death for children. Hunger and comfort can wait until you pull over. It only takes one accident.For more information, please click:https://thecarseatlady.wordpress.com/2012/08/14/no-nursing-while-the-car-is-moving/

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8.

Booster seats don’t do much but help kids see out the window, they aren’t necessary.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The correct answer is:False - they also help ensure proper positioning of the seatbelt to keep kids safe.For more information, please click:http://www.babycenter.com/404_when-should-my-child-switch-from-a-car-seat-to-a-booster-sea_69823.bc

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Car seats, used correctly, reduce fatalities by over 70%
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The correct answer is:True - the use of car seats had a dramatic impact on children’s survival of an accident. Using car seats correctly has saved many parents who had accidents from dealing with death and/or major injuries.For more information, please click:http://www.simcoemuskokahealth.org/Topics/InjuryPrevention/ChildCarSeats.aspx

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10.

Most parents use their car seats properly.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The correct answer is:False - we need to remember that not using you child’s car seat properly is equivalent to you not using your seatbelt. At roadside checks more than 7 out of 10 parents do not use their car seats correctly. Most of us drive regularly and don’t get into car accidents; sometimes we forget that they are safety devices not chairs.For more information, please click:http://www.parachutecanada.org/injury-topics/topic/C2

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Car Seat Safety Quiz By Baby Parka™

Babies should change to ‘forward facing’ car seats as soon as they turn one.

Shoulder straps should always use the slots at or below the child’s shoulder.

Snowsuits are too bulky to use in Car Seats but bunting bags are fine.

Children can move to booster seats when they have reached a weight of at least 40lbs/18kg.

When installing rear facing infant seats it is important that it is positioned at a 45 degree angle.

It is safe to leave a little slack in the harness strap to make sure baby is comfortable.

It is alright to hold my baby in the car, if I am a passenger and they need feeding or changing.

Booster seats don’t do much but help kids see out the window, they aren’t necessary.

Car seats, used correctly, reduce fatalities by over 70%

Most parents use their car seats properly.