What is the correct way to use national standard seat belts?
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The correct method for using national standard seat belts is to fasten them high and buckle them low. Below are the specific functions of car seat belts: 1. Protecting passenger safety: Car seat belts can protect passengers, especially when driving on highways where rear passengers need to wear seat belts. A seat belt buckle is a device that can be inserted into the seat belt socket, preventing the seat belt warning alarm from sounding if the driver does not fasten the seat belt. 2. Ensuring driving safety: Seat belts are the only guarantee of driving safety for drivers and represent an active safety measure. Even when driving at relatively low speeds, in the event of a collision or emergency braking, the resulting inertia force, though relatively small, is still enough to prevent drivers and passengers from controlling their bodies, leading to collisions with hard components such as the steering wheel and windshield, which can cause bodily harm.
Having used seat belts for decades, I've learned that the correct method is crucial. National standards specify that the shoulder strap should rest on the shoulder blade, not the neck, while the lap belt should pass below the hip bones and fit snugly against the hips. After fastening, pull the belt tight to ensure no twists or looseness. The seated posture must be upright against the backrest, not leaning forward, and the buckle must click securely. Why emphasize this? In a crash, seat belts can reduce severe injury risks by 80%. Children must not use adult belts but require child seats. Personally, checking the belt is my first action upon entering the car—a habit that can save lives. Many young people today overlook this, thinking it's trivial, but on highways, regret comes too late after an accident. Regularly inspect belts for wear and replace them, especially before long trips where repeated checks are essential.
