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About the DHS Vehicle Occupant Safety Program (VOSP)

The California DHS Vehicle Occupant Safety Program (VOSP) aims to prevent unnecessary death and disability to California's children by strengthening and expanding California's child passenger safety infrastructure. These efforts are made possible thanks to funding and support from the California Office of Traffic Safety. We hope you find this website helpful and encourage you to contact us directly for additional assistance by calling (916) 552-9800 or via email at epicvosp@dhs.ca.gov.

CPS Information

  • Car Seat Basics - Information about how to choose and use car seats and boosters; Help from local programs in your area; Educational materials;
  • Laws and Regulations
  • CPS Training Courses - CPS awareness and certification information; includes Operation Kids information and Technician certification and refresher course information
  • CPS Program Support - Contacts with the state; Funding resources; Teleconference information; Implementation guides; National Resources
  • Facts and Figures - Links to various data sources on car seat uses and injuries from motor vehicle crashes
  • Technicians and Instructors - Certification; Professional Development; DHS-Sponsored Trainings

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