Pennsylvania Traffic Injury Prevention Project

Pennsylvania Traffic Injury Prevention Project TIPP is a PA statewide project focused on traffic safety issues for children birth to 21 years.

03/16/2026

✈️ **Spring Break Getaways? Don’t Forget the Car Seat!** 🌴

If you're traveling for spring break, your child’s **car seat is still an important part of the trip**—even on the airplane.

Before you fly, take a quick look at your child’s car seat and check for the label that says it is **approved for airplane use**. FAA-approved car seats can be used on aircraft seats to help keep your child safer during the flight.

🚫 **Booster seats cannot be used on airplanes** because aircraft seats only have a lap belt and **do not provide a shoulder belt** needed for proper upper-body protection.

✔️ Plan ahead and pack the right seat for your child.

For more information about flying safely with children, visit the Federal Aviation Administration website✈️: https://www.faa.gov/travelers/fly_children

Need help from a **Child Passenger Safety Technician** before your trip? Find one near you at:
🌐 www.pakidstravelsafe.org

03/13/2026

It’s Friday the 13th… and this cat says: DON’T PUSH YOUR LUCK. 🐈‍⬛
Bad luck is crossing paths with a black cat…
WORSE luck is a loose car seat harness. 😬

This kitty’s safety checklist:
✔ Harness snug (no pinch!)
✔ Chest clip at armpit level
✔ Buckled correctly every ride

Superstitions are silly—but car seat safety is not. Be a smart cat and double-check before you drive off!

Need help from a real-life safety hero? Visit www.pakidstravelsafe.org
to find a Child Passenger Safety Technician near you.

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Are you a car seat technician in Southwest Pennsylvania? Here are some in-person CPS CEU opportunities! Our in person co...
03/12/2026

Are you a car seat technician in Southwest Pennsylvania? Here are some in-person CPS CEU opportunities! Our in person courses are worth 6 CEU's! You can also have the opportunity to have your skills revieiwed by a CPST Instructor for recertification. For more courses available across Pennsylvania go to www.pakidstravelsafe.org

03/11/2026

🦉 **Owl you need to know after a crash… check before you reuse that car seat!**

If you’ve been in a crash, your child’s car seat may need to be replaced—even if it looks fine. Hidden damage can affect how well it protects your child in the future.

The wise thing to do? 🦉 Visit **NHTSA.gov** to learn what steps to take after a crash and whether your child’s car seat should be replaced.

Here are a few smart steps:
✔️ Check the car seat manufacturer’s instructions about crash replacement
✔️ Review guidance from **NHTSA.gov**
✔️ When in doubt, contact a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician for help

PA TIPP can help answer your questions and guide you through next steps so your child stays protected every ride.

Call 1-800-CAR-BELT (PA Only) or www.pakidstravelsafe.org to find a car seat tech near you.

03/09/2026

🦔 Safety doesn’t have to be prickly!

Choosing the right car seat can feel overwhelming, but PA TIPP is here to help make it simple. Our Child Passenger Safety Technicians can guide you through the steps to find the best seat for your child and your vehicle.

Here’s how we help you get the right fit:

✔️ **Age, weight, and height** – Making sure the car seat matches your child’s current stage and keeps them riding safely.
✔️ **Special or developmental needs** – Finding options that support children with unique medical or developmental needs.
✔️ **Features that matter** – From easy installation to extended rear-facing options, we help you understand what works best for your family.
✔️ **Price points** – Safe seats exist at many price levels. We can help you find one that fits both your child and your budget.

Don’t struggle with car seat questions alone—let PA TIPP help you every step of the way!

📞 Call **1-800-CAR-BELT**( PA Only) or visit www.pakidstravelsafe.org to connect with a certified technician.

03/06/2026

Spring forward—and take an extra minute for safety!
When you change your clocks this weekend, take one more minute to check for recalls on your child’s car seat. A recalled seat could put your child at risk—but checking is quick, free, and easy.

👉 Visit safercar.gov to find out if your child’s car seat is affected and learn what to do next.

Because a minute now can make a lifetime of difference. 💛🚗

03/04/2026

🎺 March Into Safety! 🎺

This March, let’s step in rhythm with smart driving habits:
✔️ Buckle up—every seat, every ride
📵 Put the phone down
🚗 Drive distraction-free

Your attention could save a life. Lead the way and march into safer roads for everyone!

03/03/2026

Are you and your family traveling this winter? ❄️

SKPA has tips to keep you and your loved ones safe during this snowy season:

1. Always keep an emergency kit in your car that is specific to your family's needs. 🧰
2. Listen to travel advisories before driving in winter weather conditions. 📻
3. Remember that car seats and thick winter coats DO NOT mix! Use your child’s puffy coat as a blanket instead to keep them warm and strapped in safely. 🧥

Learn more about winter travel safety by visiting https://bit.ly/skpawinter

03/03/2026

Unfortunately, every year in the United States, 1 out of 10 children experiences a traumatic brain injury (TBI).

To help prevent your child from experiencing a TBI, ensure they wear a properly fitted helmet and protective equipment appropriate for their age and the activity or sport they are participating in. 🏒

Learn more about childhood TBI and concussion prevention by visiting: https://bit.ly/skpaconcussion

03/02/2026

We’re investing in safer, reliable school transportation with Pennsylvania’s first-ever School Bus Safety Grant Program. Nearly $250,000 will help seven school transportation providers train nearly 90 new school bus drivers.

Ensuring enough drivers to safely get PA students to school is another way Governor Shapiro is focusing on our children’s futures.

Learn more and see the full list of grant awards here: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/penndot/news-and-media/newsroom/statewide/2026/shapiro-administration-invests-in-safer--more-reliable-school-tr.

The program’s new application period opens March 2 and independent school bus contractors, school entities, and municipalities are eligible to apply for grants through April 30. Get more program info at penndot.pa.gov/schoolbus.

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