PAL Saves Kids

PAL Saves Kids: A Free Community Service from Pop-A-Lock

Leaving a child in a locked car in extreme temperatures can be a serious health hazard, sometimes resulting in heat stroke, hypothermia, or death. Here at Pop-A-Lock, we have developed a program that rescues children in locked vehicles 24/7. Since the program has begun, thousands of children have been rescued from across the U.S. with no charge to families or caregivers. The PAL Saves Kids program focus on education and prevention, not blame. If you see a child locked in a vehicle, get involved and call immediately!

Here are some tips to help prevent children from being locked in a vehicle:

• Keep your child’s favorite toy, blanket, or diaper bag in the front seat.
• Place your purse or briefcase in the back seat causing you to go to the back to retrieve them.
• Stay off the phone! Keep your focus on driving to the caregiver.
• If you don’t arrive at the caregiver by a certain time, have them call you to find out where you are.
• If someone other than yourself is bringing the child to your caregiver, call them at a designated time to ensure delivery.
• If you see a child locked in a vehicle unattended, get involved. Call 9-1-1 immediately!