Johnson County Safe Kids

If you have children, you are aware of the potential dangers they face every day. Johnson County Public Health can help you and your family feel secure in the knowledge that your kids are well protected.
For more information, contact our Buffalo office at 684-2564.

Car Seats
Wyoming law requires young children to be properly restrained when riding in vehicles. The Johnson County Safe Kids program at our office has certified car seat safety technicians on hand to install your car seat or check that it is installed properly. You can also get your car seat through our program. Call us at 684-2564 for an appointment or more information, or stop by our Buffalo office at 210 N. DeSmet.

Bicycle Helmets
Protective headgear can save your child's life if used correctly. Before purchasing a bicycle helmet or choosing one of the helmets available at our offices, you need to make sure it fits. The helmet should be worn low on the forehead, about 2 finger-widths above the eyebrows. The inner pads and chin strap should be adjusted to fit snugly so the helmet does not shift up and down or side to side.
Make sure you choose a helmet that meets the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's safety standards; this should be noted on a label or sticker somewhere on the helmet.

Horseback Riding Safety
Do your kids spend a lot of time around horses? Johnson County Safe Kids is a great source for gear and vital information that will keep them safe when they ride. We recommend Safety Equipment Institute-certified equestrian headgear, and we do have helmets available at our offices.
You must also make sure your kids practice proper safety etiquette when handling horses.
 

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For more information about Johnson County Safe Kids or any of our other parent support programs, please contact us at our Buffalo office.