How to Wear a Car Passenger Seat Belt

The U.S. Department of Transportation is constantly reminding people that "Seat belts save lives." Statistics show that people who are buckled into a car are able to survive collisions at higher speeds than those relying on airbags. A person not wearing a seat belt is often further injured by the activation of an airbag.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

How to Wear a Car Passenger Seatbelt

1. Pull the shoulder strap into position. Grab the shoulder strap and gently pull it over your shoulder and down across your chest.

2. Set the lap belt for comfort and protection. The lap belt should cross your waist right where you bend and should lay over both sides of your pelvic girdle.

3. Buckle the seat belt securely. Slip the silver metal buckle insert from the belt into the receiver lock close to the seat. Snap the buckle together until you hear a click. Tug slightly on the belt near the buckle to make sure it is securely locked in place.

Tips & Warnings

• Keep your seat belt on when you are in a car that's parked on a roadway or in a parking lot. Check with your local Department of Motor Vehicles or law enforcement organization for regulations pertaining to children and safety seats. Many regions have additional safety requirements based on a child's weight.

• Do not slip the shoulder strap behind your back. Wear a seat belt correctly. It's designed to keep you safe.