Car Seat Installation & Inspection

​The Topeka Fire Department is proud join the State of Kansas Child Passenger Safety Program by becoming a Car Seat Inspection station. Car Seat installation can be challenging for a new parent or even a seasoned parent. Installing a car seat correctly will help ensure it preforms correctly during an accident. A Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician will educate you on:

  • Car seat selection: Ensuring the car seat or booster seat is in good condition and appropriate for the child’s height, weight, age and developmental levels
  • Direction: Facing the car seat in the correct direction for the child’s height, weight, age, and developmental levels
  • Location: Placing the car seat or booster seat in the appropriate location within your vehicle
  • Installation: Installing the car seat or booster seat correctly in your vehicle and teach you how install the seat on your own
  • Harnessing: Securing the child in the car seat, booster seat or seat belt

Car Seat Inspection Stations in Shawnee County

Topeka Fire Department

324 SE Jefferson St.
Topeka, KS 66607

Kansas Highway Patrol Troop B

Contact: Trooper Don Hughes
Phone Number: 785-296-3102

3501 NW Hwy 24
Topeka, KS 66618

An appointment is required

Kansas Traffic Safety Resource Office

Phone Number: 800-416-2522

2930 SW Wanamaker Dr, Ste 100
Topeka, KS 66614

An appointment is required

Mission Township Fire Department

Contact: Erin Finlay & Emily Rupple
Phone Number: 785-478-4053

3101 SW Urish Rd
Topeka, KS 66614

An appointment is required

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