The lap part
of
the belt should be worn low and snug on
the
hips, just
touching
the thighs.
In
a crash, this applies
force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less
likely
to
slide under the lap belt.
If
you
slid under
it,
the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
This
could cause serious
or
even fatal injuries. The shoulder
belt should
go
over
the
shoulder and across the chest.
These parts of the body are best able
to
take belt
restraining forces.
The safety belt locks
only
if there’s a sudden stop or
a crash.
You can be seriously hurt
if
your shoulder belt
is
too loose.
In
a
crash, you would move forward
too much, which could increase injury. The
shoulder belt should fit against your body.
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