Safe Kids Fayette County

Safe Kids Fayette County Safe Kids Fayette County is a childhood injury prevention program led by Kentucky Children's Hospital

02/23/2026

As investigators work to piece together what led to the tragic accidental shooting that claimed the life of a 6-year-old boy in Montgomery County on Tuesday, there are calls for awareness to protect some of the community’s youngest residents. There have been at least three unintentional shootings ...

02/23/2026

Safe Kids Worldwide is proud to announce a new collaboration with the American Red Cross to expand the reach of the Red Cross Longfellow’s WHALE Tales Water Safety for Children education program. This collaboration brings together two nationally recognized organizations with a shared commitment to drowning prevention — particularly among the youngest and most vulnerable children.

“Nearly 3,000 children ages 0-19 years fatally drowned in the United States from 2021-2023, and drowning is the leading cause of death among 1–4-year-olds,” said Torine Creppy, president of Safe Kids Worldwide. “We know learning basic swimming and water safety skills can save lives and we’re excited to join the American Red Cross and introduce the joys of water recreation and water safety education to more families, schools, and communities across the country.”

To learn more about this collaboration: https://www.safekids.org/water-safety-education-whale-tales-program

02/23/2026

Don't forget to pack your emergency car kit! ⚠️ Here's a handy list of items to include in case of emergency. ⤵️

02/23/2026

In every state, it’s illegal to pass a school bus when the stop-arm is extended and the red lights are flashing. 🚍🚨 The most dangerous part of the school bus ride is getting on and off, especially in winter weather! Snow and ice make roads more slippery, making it even more important to stay alert. When drivers ignore stop arms and flashing red lights, they put kids at risk. Let’s look out for each other and always stop for school buses! 🚌❄️

02/23/2026

The new standard covers sleep products worn by infants and toddlers.

Meet our Safe Kids Community Partner of the Month, Jackie Graves! Jackie has been a registered nurse for over 50 years a...
02/18/2026

Meet our Safe Kids Community Partner of the Month, Jackie Graves! Jackie has been a registered nurse for over 50 years and the Parish Nurse at Second Presbyterian for 25 years. Safe Kids has been a wonderful platform for her to teach health and safety promotion in our community.

Jackie has been with Safe Kids for 23 years!

Car seats distributed in February are given away in honor of Jackie. Many of which were given to students attending the parent education program at the Family Care Center. The Family Care Center holds a very special place in Jackie’s heart, as she served on their board for 15 years.

Join us as we say thank you to Jackie’s selfless contributions of her time and talents to Safe Kids!

Second Presbyterian Church, Lexington KY

02/17/2026

CPSC Warns Consumers to Stop Using PandaEar Children’s Portable Hook-On Chairs Immediately Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fall Hazard; Violates Mandatory Standard for Portable Hook-On Chairs

The portable hook-on chairs violate the mandatory safety standard for portable hook-on chairs because the crotch restraint can be removed, posing a risk of serious injury or death from a fall.

CPSC issued a Notice of Violation to the seller, PandaEar of Lake Dallas, Texas. CPSC has requested that PandaEar recall the hook-on chairs and provide a remedy to consumers, but PandaEar has not agreed to an acceptable recall.

CPSC urges consumers to stop using the portable hook-on chairs immediately and dispose of them. Do not sell or give away these hazardous products.

https://www.cpsc.gov/Warnings/2026/CPSC-Warns-Consumers-to-Stop-Using-PandaEar-Childrens-Portable-Hook-On-Chairs-Immediately-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Fall-Hazard-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Portable-Hook-On-Chairs

02/17/2026

New CARFAXinc data shows nearly 1 million vehicles on U.S. roads have open recalls for defective LATCH connectors, potentially putting millions of children at risk.

LATCH is the child seat anchoring system required in most vehicles since 2003. Defects such as faulty welds, misaligned anchors or problematic coatings can prevent car seats from being installed correctly or staying secure.

CARFAX findings show these recalls affect hundreds of thousands of vehicles across many makes and model years, making recall checks especially important for families.

To see if your vehicle has an open safety recall and find out where you can get a repair, free of charge, go to: https://www.checktoprotect.org/

National Safety Council National CPS Certification NHTSA Safe Kids Worldwide

02/17/2026

Before they can walk, our little ones learn to crawl on all fours. When they get older, they should learn that getting low and crawling to an exit is the best way to navigate their home in the event of a fire to avoid smoke. Fire safety doesn’t have to feel scary! Turning learning into a game can help kids remember what to do in an emergency. As you play and practice together, remember to:

🚪 Create and practice a home fire escape plan, with two ways out of every room

🏠 Choose a safe meeting spot outside your home

🔥 If there’s smoke, get low and crawl to an exit

🚒 Leave immediately and call 911 once you’re safely outside

When families practice together, safety becomes second nature! To learn more: https://www.safekids.org/tip/fire-safety-tips

02/17/2026

In just the past couple of weeks, children as young as 2 have found guns and pulled the trigger, resulting in critical injuries and even death.

These tragedies are preventable.

If you own a gun and children live in or visit your home, store them unloaded, locked, and separate from ammunition—at home and in vehicles. The safety of kids and families depends on it.

Learn more: besmartforkids.org

02/10/2026

Need a smoke detector? You might be able to get one or more smoke alarms from the Kentucky Injury Prevention and Research Center by contacting Robert McCool at 859-257-6741 or rmccool@uky.edu Image source is Safe Kids World Wide at https://www.safekids.org/fire

02/10/2026

Today is National Internet Safety Day - a great time to talk with your children about how to stay safe online. Check out some of these tips!

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