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Alberta RCMP reminds motorists to “Click it or ticket!”
Mar 8, 2024 | 3:03 PM
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Alberta RCMP are reminded drivers that wearing a seatbelt remains one of the easiest and most effective ways to protect themselves and others in a motor vehicle collision.
They say proper use of a safety restraint can significantly reduce the risk of serious injury and harm, and can even be the difference between life and death in the event of a collision.
Last year, Alberta RCMP handed out 4,401 seatbelt related infractions. Alberta RCMP is encouraging motorists and passengers to practice the following safety precautions:
- Always wear a seatbelt when in a vehicle, and ensure it is securely fastened before the vehicle is in motion.
- Ensure the lap belt is positioned low across the hips and the shoulder belt is always sitting across the centre of the chest.
- Do not allow the seatbelt to become twisted. The width of the belt is required to spread the force from a collision across the body (Alberta Transportation, 2017).
- Always use the seatbelts provided on off-road or recreational vehicles.
- Most children are ready for standard seatbelts when they are between eight and 12 years of age and are taller than 4’9” (145 cm). (Safe Roads)
- Children under the age of 13 are safest in the back seat. (Safe Roads)
