Spring Newsletter Edition - 2025

Vehicle submersion deaths claim the lives of at least 5 children in 2025

Vehicle submersions claim the lives of nearly 400 people annually who could have survived if they had just known what to do and in what order to do it. Vehicle submersion fatalities and injuries occur in two ways - when a vehicle crashes into water or when flood waters sweep a vehicle away.

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National Poison Prevention Week -

March 16th to 22nd

More than 2 million poisonings are reported each year to the Nation's poison control centers. According to the American Association of Poison Control Centers, 93% of poisonings happen at home, and 45% of poisonings involve children under the age of 6.

Poison Control Number 800-222-1222

Check Out Where Poisons Are Located in Your Home

We Love Our Volunteers!

At Safe Kids Grand Forks, we are deeply grateful for our incredible volunteers, whose hard work and dedication make everything we do possible. From preparing for events to supporting our programs, they give their time and energy selflessly, ensuring that our mission reaches those who need it most. We are constantly in awe of their passion, and we want them to know how much we appreciate everything they do. Thank you to each and every one of our volunteers – we couldn’t do it without you!

#VolunteerAppreciationWeek April 20th to 26th

National Window Safety Week - April 7th to 13th

Every year, about eight children under the age of five die from falling out a window. And over 3,300 are injured seriously enough to need to visit the hospital.

Each year, the Window Safety Task Force of the National Safety Council takes the first full week in April to educate on the importance of practicing window safety year-round.

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School Bus Passenger Safety Training

Training for pupil transportation professionals focusing on preschool-aged children and children with disabilities.

This training will include instructional videos, instructor education and hand-on practice.

Click on the image for more information or call 701.780.1489

Upcoming Class Dates:

Saturday, May 3

Saturday, May 10 - Park River

Thursday, June 5

Upcoming Class Dates:

Saturday, March 22

Saturday, April 26

Saturday, May 3 - Park River

Wednesday, July 30 - Langdon

Wednesday, August 20

Child Passenger Safety Means More Than in Just Cars

The past month, we had the opportunity to provide child passenger safety training to EMS providers from across our two states via a virtual format and in person at the Northeast ND / Northwest MN EMS in-person conference. The presentations focused on the guidelines in place for healthcare providers that are transporting children with the idea that “kids are not little adults”. Their body size and features make them unique in their healthcare needs and transporting them in an ambulance on a cot and with harnesses meant for adult sized bodies is not recommended.

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Nothing Says Springtime More Than a Trip to the Playground

As cold winter temperatures turn to warmer days ahead, the chatter of kids playing and enjoying the outdoor parks and playgrounds will become commonplace. Being outdoors and getting physical activity on the swings, slides, monkey bars and other playground equipment, is a great way for kids to learn and explore, all while getting some much needed movement in their lives. Playgrounds have long been a place where kids gather and can “be a kid”. That being said, it is important that the adults in charge of maintaining the playgrounds or those supervising on the playground know what dangers exist and how to prevent injuries from occurring in this type of setting.

Safe Kids Medication Drop Off - Grand Forks Senior Center

Ensuring a Safe and Comfortable Fit: Adjusting Your Child’s Car Seat Buckle

Does your child’s car seat harness seem a bit too snug around the thighs? It might be time to adjust the crotch buckle. On most car seats, the crotch buckle can be repositioned to provide your child with more room and a more comfortable fit.

One common mistake that car seat technicians often encounter is caregivers adjusting the crotch buckle only within the fabric of the seat cover—rather than moving it within the seat’s shell and fabric. This can lead to improper fit, making the harness less effective in a crash.

To ensure a safe and secure fit, always consult your car seat’s owner’s manual. As a general guideline, the crotch buckle should be positioned in the slot that is closest to your child without being underneath them. This will help keep your child comfortable while ensuring the harness functions properly in the event of an emergency.

Check out this quick video to make sure your child’s crotch buckle is routed correctly.

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