How to Fasten a Seat Belt?
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The method for using a seat belt is as follows: 1. Inspect the seat belt by holding the D-ring on the back pad of the belt to ensure the webbing is not twisted. 2. Begin wearing the seat belt by sliding it over your arms to your shoulders. Ensure all webbing is untangled and hanging freely. The shoulder strap must remain vertical and not close to the center of your body. 3. Leg straps: Grab the leg straps and connect them to the buckles on the webbing on both sides of your hips. Thread any excess webbing through the adjustment loop. 4. Chest strap: Connect the chest straps together using a pass-through buckle. The chest strap must be positioned 15cm below the shoulders, with any excess webbing threaded through the adjustment loop. 5. Adjust the seat belt. Shoulders: Starting from the shoulders, adjust the entire webbing to ensure the leg straps are positioned just below the hips, and the back D-ring is located between the shoulder blades.
After sitting in the driver's seat, buckling the seat belt is simple: I first take one end of the belt and insert it into the buckle beside the seat until I hear a click confirming it's locked. Then, I adjust the shoulder strap so it lies flat across the middle of my shoulder and in front of my chest, avoiding twisting around my neck or under my arm. The lap belt should rest on my hip bones, snugly below the pelvis, not on my abdomen, ensuring proper protection during sudden braking or a collision, preventing it from slipping out and causing internal injuries. Many people get lazy, leaving the belt too loose or tucking it behind their back, which is as good as not wearing it at all and can lead to worse injuries in an accident. I’ve made it a habit to check and adjust the belt every time before starting the car, ensuring it’s securely fastened and tight enough to withstand significant impact. Also, a reminder to friends: don’t wear thick jackets when buckling up, as the jacket can slide and reduce the belt’s effectiveness. It’s better to remove the jacket or fasten the belt over the inner layer of clothing. Safety first—taking a few minutes to properly fasten the seat belt is a lifesaver that shouldn’t be taken lightly.
