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Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for children, but studies show that the proper use of child safety seats and booster seats can reduce the threat of fatal injuries up to 71 percent. Additionally, about 630 child pedestrians are killed each year, with 83 percent of fatalities occurring at non-intersections. Therefore, to protect the youngest members on ours roads, AAA offers programs and resources to show parents, caregivers, crossing guards, and kids how child passenger safety methods and pedestrian safety principles can save lives.


Child Passenger Seat Checks

Using a child safety seat may seem easy enough, but according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, an estimated three out of four parents do not properly use child restraints. Fortunately, AAA has certified car seat technicians who can help. Contact the AAA Traffic Safety Educator to schedule an appointment.

 

 

The Otto Club
This interactive online program introduces young children ages 4 to 7, or beyond, to Otto the auto and his friends, who help teach important traffic safety principles. This program not only enhances children’s knowledge of pedestrian and bike safety, but it also allows them to practice reading, math, spelling, and other skills in a fun and functional way.




Adult Crossing Guard Program
More than 1,000 school crossing guards across Arizona play a vital role in school safety each day. To help ensure the highest level of safety, AAA created the state’s first Handbook for Adult Crossing Guards and designed highly visible safety gear.

 

AAA School Safety Patrol
The AAA School Safety Patrol program instills students with a sense of responsibility and leadership as they help create a safer pedestrian environment for their fellow classmates. For more than 87 years, this program has been credited with reducing injuries and deaths amongst 5- to 14-year-olds, the age most at risk for pedestrian injury. Learn more about this program and how to start one at your school.


Crossing Guard of the Year
Each year, AAA recognizes the crossing guard who best demonstrates outstanding dedication, friendliness, professionalism, and safety. If you know a crossing guard in your community who could be named our Crossing Guard of the Year, learn how to nominate them.

» AAA Names State's Top Crossing Guards for 2010

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Additional Resources

 

» Safe Seats 4 Kids

» AAA Cares

» Arizona Safe Kids

» Governor’s Office of Highway Traffic Safety

» National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

» Safe Kids

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