Tuesday, August 2, 2011

Ammons Named Child Passenger Safety Technician

Mitzi Ammons has recently completed the requirements necessary to be certified as a Child Passenger Safety (CPS) Technician. In completing the program, Ammons studied a curriculum developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and guided by the National Child Passenger Safety Board.

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During the training program, Ammons received extensive training in crash dynamics, injury prevention strategies, child restraint selection and installation, and vehicle occupant protection. CPS Technicians conduct education and hands-on assistance to parents and caregivers regarding the proper use of child restraint systems and seat belts.

Ammons is a Registered Nurse who has worked at MRMC for 25 years. She is currently the Labor & Delivery Department Director. She gladly accepts appointments to provide a personal child safety seat assessment. To make an appointment, contact Mitzi at 235-3532.