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Last Updated: June 18, 2006, 05:23:52 AM PDT

INFANTS

(Birth to 1 year old, up to 20 pounds)

Seat type: Infant-only rear-facing or convertible rear-facing

Tip: Never use in a front seat with an air bag.

INFANTS

(Less than 1 year old, 20-35 pounds)

Seat type: Convertible rear-facing

Tip: Make sure harness straps and slots are at or below shoulder level.

PRESCHOOLERS/TODDLERS

(1 to 4 years old, 20-40 pounds)

Seat type: Convertible forward-facing or high-back booster with harness

Tip: Make sure harness straps are snug on child.

YOUNG CHILDREN

(4 to 8 years old, under 4 feet 9 inches tall)

Seat type: Belt-positioning booster with no back or one with a high back

Tip: Never use with lap-only belts. Belt-positioning boosters always should be used with lap and shoulder belts.

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

FOR MORE INFORMATION

There will be a class from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Health Services Agency, 830 Scenic Drive. People can register for the class through Monday by calling 558-5656.

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