Consequences of Not Wearing a Seat Belt?
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Survey data shows that in a potentially fatal car accident, wearing a seat belt can increase the survival rate of vehicle occupants by 60%. In a frontal collision, wearing a seat belt can reduce the fatality rate by 57%; in a side collision, it can reduce the fatality rate by 44%; and in a rollover, it can reduce the fatality rate by 80%. Additional information on correctly wearing a seat belt: 1. Waist: The lap belt should be worn snugly across the hips, just touching the thigh bones. In a collision, the force will be applied to the pelvic bones, avoiding serious injuries caused by the belt tightening around the abdomen. 2. Shoulder: The shoulder belt should be worn across the shoulder and chest. These parts of the body can better withstand the restraining force of the seat belt. 3. Fastening: To ensure the lap belt is tight, pull down on the lap belt at the buckle end while pulling up on the shoulder belt.