Workshop: Car Seat PSA

Nicky Quiles

Car Seats PSA

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6-YEAR-OLD GIRL: Mom, Dad, I need to talk to you about something.

DAD: What is it sweetie?

6-YEAR-OLD GIRL: Don’t sweetie me; I need to talk business with you guys.

DAD/MOM: Ok.

6-YEAR-OLD GIRL: I need a car seat.

MOM: No honey you’re a big girl, big girls don’t need those.

6-YEAR-OLD GIRL: I know I’m a big girl, but I’m six, so technically I need it. Because, children over forty pounds should be placed into a belt positioning booster seat. That could be either a combination seat or booster seat. And they will usually stay in it until they are at least 8 years old.

DAD: She must’ve got into the pamphlets again.

MOM: Ok, we’ll make sure to get you one. Anything else?

6-YEAR-OLD GIRL: Yes actually. I also need you to make sure the harness straps aren’t too loose or in the wrong position. I need the harness chest clip to be properly placed. Make sure when locking me in you do it correct with a locking clip. Don’t put me in front of an airbag; keep the seat in the back. And make sure it is locked securely. Also, I would like some ice cream.

DAD: Got it. Let’s get the seat first then ice cream.

6-YEAR-OLD GIRL: Well, ice cream could go first.

SFX: The family laughs together.
ANNOUNCER: Secure your child. Keep them safe with a properly locked in car seat. This has been a message from the National Transportation Safety Board.