Safe Kids Randolph County

05/30/2026

A child’s body heats up 3-5 times faster than an adult’s. That means a parked car can become deadly in minutes – even on mild days. Every second counts when a child is left in a car. If you see a child alone in a vehicle, act immediately. Use free resources from the National Safety Council to educate everyone you know about safety risks: https://bit.ly/42vjbaF

05/26/2026

Safe Kids recognizes Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage this month and the many families, cultures, and contributions it celebrates.

05/26/2026

As school ends and summer activities start, it's important to remember safety! We will be sharing all sorts of information throughout this season as friendly reminders to help prevent unintentional injuries in kids. Stay tuned! ☀️😎

Ahora que terminan las clases y comienzan las actividades de verano, ¡es importante recordar la seguridad! Compartiremos todo tipo de información durante esta temporada, a modo de recordatorios amistosos, para ayudar a prevenir lesiones no intencionales en los niños. ¡Manténganse atentos! ☀️😎

05/25/2026

05/25/2026

Did you pack sunscreen, towels, your child's favorite toy? There's a lot on your mind when you're packing for a trip. Whether its a summer road trip to the Grand Canyon or a weekend trip to the beach, remember these travel safety tips to make sure your whole family arrives safely:

⚪ Buckling up on every ride is the single most important thing a family can do to stay safe in the car.
⚪ 71% of car seats are not used or installed correctly, so before you hit the road, check your car seat.
⚪ Heatstroke is the leading cause of non-crash, vehicle-related deaths for children. Never leave your child alone in a car, not even for a minute.

05/23/2026

Did you know that more older children and teens drown in open water than in pools? A day at the beach or the lake is fun for kids, but open water also has risks, which are different from those in a swimming pool. According to the United States Coast Guard, 87% of people who drown while boating were not wearing a life jacket. Be aware of situations that are unique to open water, such as limited visibility, depth, uneven surfaces, currents, and undertow.



Learn how kids can stay safe in open water: https://www.safekids.org/blog/keeping-kids-safe-open-water

05/21/2026

Heatstroke can happen quickly – silently – and can be deadly. A parked car can heat up fast, even on mild days. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, not even for a minute. Look before you lock.

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05/21/2026

3 babies die in hot cars in 24 hours
Kids and Car Safety is calling for extra vigilance with shifting routines as we approach the holiday weekend

Tragically, three children died in hot cars over a period of 24 hours this week. Already this year, at least five children have died in hot cars nationwide.

5/20/26 (Fredericksburg, VA) – 2-month-old left by mother
5/20/26 (Brookwood, AL) – 1-year-old left by father
5/19/26 (Los Angeles, CA) – 4-year-old left by a carpool driver

At least 1,177 children have died in hot cars nationwide since 1990 and at least another 7,500 survived with varying types and severities of injuries, according to data collected by Kids and Car Safety. Approximately 86% of children who die in hot cars are age 3 or younger and the majority (54%) were unknowingly left by an otherwise loving, responsible parent or caregiver.

As we head into the holiday weekend, Kids and Car Safety urges families to exercise heightened caution, as data consistently show an increase in vehicle-related tragedies involving children following long holiday weekends. A leading contributing factor is a change in routine, which can result in children being unknowingly left behind in vehicles—many of whom were intended to be dropped off at daycare.

Safety Tips for Parents and Caregivers
Create simple habits to help keep your child safe.
• Make sure your child is never left alone in a car:
• Place the child’s diaper bag or item in the front passenger seat as a visual cue that the child is with you.
• Make it a habit of opening the back door every time you park to ensure no one is left behind. To enforce this habit, place an item that you can’t start your day without in the back seat (employee badge, laptop, phone, handbag, etc.)
• Ask your childcare provider to call you right away if your child hasn’t arrived as scheduled.
• Clearly announce and confirm who is getting each child out of the vehicle. Miscommunication can lead to thinking someone else removed the child.

Make sure children cannot get into a parked car:
• Keep vehicles locked at all times, especially in the garage or driveway. Ask neighbors and visitors to do the same.
• Never leave car keys within reach of children.
• Use childproofing k**b covers and door alarms to prevent children from exiting your home unnoticed.
• Teach children to honk the horn or turn on hazard lights if they become stuck inside a car.
• If a child is missing, immediately check the inside, floorboards and trunk of all vehicles in the area carefully, even if they’re locked.

05/17/2026

This Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) Month, we’re celebrating the dedicated individuals who work every day to protect our most precious passengers. With 4 out of 5 car seats installed incorrectly, their work is more vital than ever. When used correctly, child safety seats can reduce the risk of death by up to 71%.

CPSTs are true heroes in their communities, educating caregivers, conducting car seat checks, and helping prevent unintentional injuries in and around vehicles. To all the CPSTs: thank you for your commitment, your compassion, and the time you invest in keeping kids safe. 💛

Want to become a technician? Visit https://cert.safekids.org/ to learn more.