Knoxville, TN (WOKI / WVLT) – Parents, grandparents and caregivers in Knoxville have an opportunity to make sure their youngest passengers are riding safely.
The Child Safety Seat Checkpoint hosted by the Knoxville Police Department will be held Tuesday, October 13, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. at 917 E. Fifth Avenue in Knoxville. The service is provided free of charge and is designed to help families ensure that child safety seats are properly installed and being used correctly.
During the checkpoint, certified child passenger safety technicians inspect car seats and provide safety recommendations for parents and caregivers. The technicians are specially trained to identify installation issues and help families make adjustments that could improve safety in the event of a crash.
According to the Knoxville Police Department, the checkpoints are conducted on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month and are available by appointment only. The program is open to parents, grandparents and anyone responsible for transporting children.
How to Book an Appointment
To schedule an appointment for the checkpoint:
- Call 865-215-7081
- Email CarSeatCheckpoint@KnoxvilleTN.gov
Officials encourage families to take advantage of the free service to ensure that child restraints meet current safety guidelines and are installed correctly.
Event Information
- What: Free Child Safety Seat Checkpoint
- When: Tuesday, October 13, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- Where: 917 E. Fifth Avenue, Knoxville
- Cost: Free mail
