"Look before you lock"

This has been a big thing in the news lately, and I would like to share this information with you.  This information was sent via email to Wendy and goes into further detail at this website listed in the following article.  I urge you to please pass along the information to anyone else who has children.  I know you guys are awesome, but it is always a good reminder.

Thanks,
Wendy and Jen

"A hot car can be deadly! Always be sure to look twice. It’s easier than you think to forget your baby in the backseat. "

A total of 15 children have already died in 2012 from heat stroke after being left in unattended vehicles. In 2011 a total of 33 similar deaths were confirmed.

In an effort to increase public awareness about the safe transportation of children, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Safe Kids USA have joined together to implement the "Look Before You Lock" campaign.

The "Look Before You Lock" campaign promotes the importance of double-checking cars, vans, and buses for children who might have been left behind. The campaign includes safety tips for parents, families, child care providers and other caretakers of children. To access these materials, visit: http://www.safercar.gov/parents/heat-involved.htm.

The Department of Early Education and Care has also developed a training presentation on ensuring the safe transport of children. This training is intended to increase awareness in all adults, including parents and caregivers, about the risks of hyperthermia in vehicles and best practices to prevent this from occurring. The presentation is available online at: http://www.eec.state.ma.us/docs1/Workforce_Dev/20120502-look-before-lock.pps.