Automotive Safety Program

We are hosting a car seat clinic on Thursday afternoon, September 3 in Indianapolis (West Side). To make an appointment to have your child's seat inspected, call us at 317-274-2977 or email us at [email protected]

By Appointment Only - contact us for an appointment time and location information. Appointment slots are limited!

RAIN OR SHINE! This clinic will take place in a sheltered area so we shouldn't have to cancel for most kinds of inclement weather.

Want to feel more confident about keeping kids safe in the car?

**CPS Basics Foundational Training** offers practical, hands-on education for anyone who wants to learn more about choosing, installing, and using car seats correctly and safely.

Our next two classes are coming up soon on August 17 and again on August 21.

The training is open to **anyone interested in child passenger safety**—including parents, grandparents, caregivers, and community members. It can be especially valuable for professionals who transport children or work with children and families, such as:

• Childcare providers and daycare transportation staff
• Social workers and child welfare professionals
• Law enforcement officers
• Public health and healthcare professionals
• Educators and community organizations

Led by a nationally certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST), CPS Basics provides useful, real-world information you can put into practice when transporting children or helping families make safer choices.

**There is no cost to attend**, and trainings are offered throughout Indiana. Participants will also receive a **Certificate of Completion**.

Whether you transport children every day for work, occasionally drive a grandchild, or simply want to know more about keeping kids safe on the road, **you are welcome to attend.**

See the flyer for additional information and contact details—and please share with anyone who could benefit!

Are you wondering whether your child is ready to graduate from a booster? Indiana law requires all children under age 8 to ride in an approved (and correctly used) child restraint or booster - but most children need a booster for years longer than that for safety. Check out these steps and make an appointment with one of over 100 Inspection Stations around the state to ensure all your kids are riding securely in the car!

Graduating out of a booster seat is as easy as 1,2,3,4,5,6.
If you’re wondering if your child is ready to ride without a booster seat, check these 6 steps in the vehicle. Hint: different seating positions can have different seat belt fits. To learn more: https://bit.ly/4fYMeZX


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Visit Greene County Child Passenger Safety Technicians this Saturday for a free Car Seat Inspection!

CAR SEAT CLINIC CANCELLED

Due to the strengthening forecast for severe weather, the Automotive Safety Program along with the IU Emergency Management team has made the decision to cancel today’s Car Seat Clinic for the safety of all volunteers and attendees. For assistance, check out our website for local inspection stations and upcoming car seat events:

List of Inspection Stations The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute manages a network of Child Safety Seat Inspection Stations, previously referred to as Permanent Fitting Stations.  Child Safety Seat Inspection Stations are places where parents and caregivers can make an appointment to have their child safety seat inspecte...

We had a blast with Indiana University School of Medicine at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis on Thursday night for First Thursday!

Many great conversations regarding car seat and child passenger safety, along with promoting our community event at Ivy Tech Community College- Indianapolis Next Tuesday May 19th.

Come see us on May 19th at Ivy Tech Community College- Indianapolis!

The IU School of Medicine is partnering with Ivy Tech and manufacturers to provide free replacements for damaged, expired, or unsafe car seats. https://tinyurl.com/2s3a9j9d

In case you missed FOX59 News this morning- Dr. O'Neil did a fantastic job educating our community and promoting our upcoming Car Seat Clinic on May 19!

Free car seat safety clinic to be held on May 19 The IU School of Medicine Automotive Safety Program will host a free car seat safety clinic later this month. During the event, technicians will check car seats to make sure they’re installed…

Congratulations to all CPS award winners, but especially to our very own Kat Vasilopulos! Very well deserved!

The National Child Passenger Safety Board celebrated the 2026 National CPS Award Winners at Lifesavers in Baltimore, MD. Join us in congratulating the CPS Technician of the year: Danae Hicks, TX; CPS Instructor of the year, Kathy Vasilopulos, IN; and CPS Team of the year, Dell Children’s Injury Prevention Program, TX. Learn more here: https://www.cpsboard.org/awards/2026-national-cps-awards/

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