Quick tips on proper seat belt use and safety
Quick tips on proper seat belt use and safety
Just a few quick reminders about the right way to wear your seat belt: First, the belt should be low and snug across the pelvis or lap, and never across the stomach.
The shoulder belt should be across the chest and collarbone, and be snug. It should never be in front of the face or behind the back. Remember, you still need to wear seat belts even if your car has air bags – in fact, air bags only work properly if you are belted in and they are not designed to replace seat belts.
All children under 12 should be buckled into an appropriate seat, such as a child safety seat in the back. To find out the best child safety seat for your child’s weight and age, check with your local children’s hospital. Newborns should be placed in rear-facing car seats in the back.
Wearing seat belts is a snap, saves lives daily, and saves billions of dollars. So keep in mind the link between car accidents and seat belts when you take to the roads. We’ll all be safer for it.
For more information on seat belt safety tips, statistics and use, or for more information on the Click It or Ticket campaign, please visit the NHTSA’s website