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Child Passenger Safety Guidelines
- It is safer for children to travel in the rear seats.
- Children under 12 years old must use an appropriate child restraint, unless they are over 135cm in height.
- Once a child is taller than 135cm, they can use the car’s seat belt, regardless of their age.
- The driver is responsible for ensuring every passenger under 14 is in a child seat or using a seat belt according to the law.
Infant Car Seat Recommendations
- California’s laws require children under one year old to ride in a rear-facing seat.
- All children must wear seat belts until age 16, but it is recommended to wear a seat belt whenever in the car.
- Tips for road trips with infants include checking the car safety seat and ensuring comfort and safety during the journey.
Traveling with Baby in Car
- If no car seat is available, postpone the trip; do not use a carrier as a substitute.
- Learn how to burp a baby in a car seat for easier travel.
- Never feed a baby dangerous foods like whole grapes in a moving vehicle.
Carrying Baby Safely in a Car
- Babies up to 13kg must be in a rear-facing baby carrier using a harness.
- Consider safety recommendations for traveling with infants, including taking regular breaks and not using car seats as portable carriers.
Infant Car Seat Usage
- Babies can travel from birth in car seats but should not stay in them longer than two hours at a time on long trips.
- Car seats are for safety in vehicles and should not be used as portable baby carriers once the baby can sit up.
