Do Rear Passengers Need to Wear Seat Belts?
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Sitting in the rear seats of a car requires wearing a seat belt. Article 51 of China's "Road Traffic Safety Law" stipulates that when a motor vehicle is in motion, the driver and passengers must use seat belts as required. Accordingly, during vehicle operation, if the driver or passengers fail to wear seat belts, it constitutes a violation of the law. Not wearing a seat belt in the rear seat not only seriously endangers the safety of the front-seat occupants but also poses risks to oneself. Below are precautions for using seat belts: 1. Regularly check the condition of the seat belt; replace it immediately if damaged. 2. Use correctly. The seat belt should be fastened across the hips and chest, forming a horizontally placed V-shape over the pelvis and ribcage. It should be used by one person only; sharing between two people is strictly prohibited. Do not twist the seat belt when using it. 3. When using the seat belt, avoid placing it over hard or fragile objects, such as mobile phones, glasses, or pens in pockets. 4. When the seat is unoccupied, retract the seat belt into the retractor and place the buckle in its storage position to prevent it from hitting other objects during emergency braking. 5. Do not tilt the seat back too much, as this may reduce effectiveness. Ensure the seat belt buckle is securely fastened to prevent it from coming loose under force and failing to provide protection.