Incorrect Use of Restraint
Lap Belt T
oo High on the Hip
Shoulder Belt Incorrectly Under the Arm
Safety Restraint Belt Twisted
During Pregnancy
Pregnant women should always wear
combination lap/shoulder belts. The lap
belt portion must be worn snugly and as
low as possible across the pelvis. T
o avoid
pressure on the abdomen, the belt must
never pass over the waist. A properly worn
seat belt may significantly reduce the risks
to woman and baby in the event of a crash.
Safety Restraint Tips
•
DO NOT wear a belt over rigid or
breakable objects in or on your
clothing, such as eye glasses,
pens, keys, etc., as these may
cause injury in an accident.
• Any authorized person sleeping in
your vehicle while it is moving
should use the bunk restraint.
• Any authorized person sitting in the
sleeper area on the sofa bed (if
equipped) while it is moving should
wear a seat belt.
• A responsible operator sees to it
that everyone in the vehicle rides
or sleeps safely. The operator is
responsible to inform any
passengers or co-drivers how to
SAFETY - Seat
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