How to wear your seat belt correctly?

Seat belts are mandatory everywhere in the Union since 2006, but in Luxembourg, this obligation has existed for many years. for longer: since 1975 for drivers and front passengers and since 1992 for the rear seats. We (globally) all have the reflex to attach it as soon as we are installed in a vehicle. However, it remains It is essential to recall certain fundamentals that guarantee a safe all safety.

Seat belts are used to restrain the body so that you are not ejected from the vehicle in the event of a accident. By using a seat belt, you will avoid a collision with your head. Seat belts can reduce the risk of death in the event of an accident, whether it is a frontal or side impact. For those of you who don't use seat belts, the rules are governed by law.

When you drive, you Sit up straight and keep your eyes parallel to the back of the seat. You should not lower the position of the seat in order to sit in a safe and comfortable.

If the seat back is too low, the seat belt can go up above the waist in case of which can cause very serious injuries.

When you use a seat belt, place it straight on your chest and on the top of your thighs. By using your seat belt correctly, you will be able to drive safely. If the seat belt is bent, the pressure designed to protect you will not function properly and, in the event of a This will put a lot of pressure on your waist.

Seat belts must be carried on the shoulders by the driver and passengers. The distance between the head and the chest must be at least 25 cm. The belt should not be placed on the stomach, upper or upper part of the lower abdomen. Seat belts are designed to generate a force at the waist so that the body is not thrown forward in the event of an accident.

Seat belts should be worn just below the hips. If the belt is positioned on the abdomen, it will not function properly and the body will not risk of being thrown forward and sustaining serious injury.

When using your seat belt, an audible signal sounds and you hear a click. Pros Test the seat belt, you can pull on it. If the belt is locks properly and snaps into the slot properly, this means that it works perfectly.

In babies and children, The seat belt alone is not enough: it must imperatively be used with a restraint system appropriate for age, weight and child's size.

Infants must be installed in a car seat with their backs to the road, which effectively protects the head, neck and spine in the event of an impact.

As the child grows up, he or she will have to use a car seat or an approved booster seat, allowing you to position properly seat belt. The diagonal strap must pass over shoulder and chest without touching the neck, while the abdominal strap should be placed flat on the upper thighs, never on the stomach.

A poorly positioned belt or an improper device greatly increases the risk of serious injury when of an accident, even at low speed. It is therefore essential to check regularly the installation of the headquarters, to comply with the recommendations of the manufacturer and never transport a child without suitable equipment.

Properly installed, babies and children benefit from protection and travel safely.

A pregnant woman must Safely use the seat belt correctly. Make sure the strap is positioned on the chest and directed towards the belly; Do not use the belt on the arm. You must use the seat belt on the part lower abdomen and above your waist. Do not use a Seat belt too tight on your abdomen. By using it correctly your seat belt, you drive safely!

Seat belts are a simple gesture, but their effectiveness depends entirely on how they are used. Good posture, correct positioning of the strap and a suitable device for babies and children make all the difference in the event of an accident. Whether you are a driver, adult passenger or child, adopting the right reflexes can considerably reduce the risk of serious injury.

Taking a few seconds to buckle up, check the installation of the youngest and adjust your seatbelt, is making the choice of responsible driving and a safe trip for all.

Because every journey counts, take the time to buckle up and have a good trip!

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