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A child is big enough to sit in the vehicle lap and shoulder belt when they can sit with their back against the vehicle seat back with their knees bent over the edge of the vehicle seat without slouching. This is when a child is approximately eight years old and 4'9." If a child cannot sit properly in the vehicle lap and shoulder belt they should use a belt positioning booster seat.
The lap belt should lie securely on a child's upper thigh. The shoulder belt should fit snugly across the chest and rest between their neck and shoulder.
Lap and shoulder belt are designed for adults and made to ride over the bony areas of the shoulders and hips. With small children, the lap belt tends to ride up into their abdomens and the shoulder belt cuts across their necks. A booster seat positions the lap and shoulder belt properly. Click here for information on the proper use of booster seats.
Lap and shoulder belt provide greater protection than a lap belt alone because it provides upper body restraint in addition to lower body restraint. Children large enough for a seat belt should use the vehicle's lap and shoulder belt. If your vehicle has lap only belts in the back seat, you may want to consider having shoulder belts installed by a dealer or repair facility. Most vehicle manufacturers offer retrofit shoulder belt kits for this purpose.
The shoulder belt should never be placed behind a child. He/she could be seriously injured in a crash. If the seat belt does not fit properly, a child should use a belt-positioning booster seat.
Never place the shoulder belt under a child's arm. Placing the shoulder belt under a child's arm can cause life-threatening injuries in a crash. If the seat belt does not fit properly, a child should use a belt-positioning booster seat.
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How many child safety seats fit in the back seat of a 98 Taurus wagon?
as many as there are seat belts
What has the author Charles B Stoke written?
Charles B. Stoke has written: 'Child safety seat and safety belt use among urban travelers' -- subject(s): Automobiles, Seat belts, Statistics 'Seat belt and shoulder strap use among urban travelers' -- subject(s): Automobiles, Seat belts, Statistics 'Safety restraint use in Virginia' -- subject(s): Automobiles, Safety appliances, Seat belts, Statistics 'Use of child safety seats in metropolitan areas of Virginia during summer 1994' -- subject(s): Child car seats, Traffic safety and children
How many seatbelts are in a Chrysler Sebring Convertible?
There are four seat belts in a Chrysler Sebring Convertible. The car seats 4 passengers, and seats must have seat belts installed as a safety precaution.
Do trains have seat belts for passenger safety?
Trains typically do not have seat belts for passenger safety. Instead, they are designed with features such as padded seats, emergency brakes, and safety regulations to ensure passenger safety during travel.
What safety devices should parents consider when traveling by car with their child?
When traveling by car with a child, parents should consider using safety devices such as car seats, booster seats, seat belts, and airbags to ensure the child's safety in case of an accident. It is important to follow the manufacturer's guidelines for installation and usage of these safety devices.
What are some of the safety features for the Chrysler Concorde?
A 2004 Chrysler Concorde includes safety features such as a lower anchorage for child seats, seat belts in rear seats that cover both the lap and chest, along with an adjustable upper belt in the front seats.
How have child rearing changed in thirty years?
1) Car seats & seat belts.
What are the 2 safety lights that are displayed during a take of in an airplane?
seat belts on stay in seats
Under the section on Child Safety Seats what color are the cushions of the pictured child safety seat?
Black
How do booster seats enhance child safety in vehicles?
Booster seats elevate children to the correct height for seat belts to fit properly, reducing the risk of injury in a crash by providing better restraint and protection.
What is the greyhound policy for carseats you need it clearly explained no links please?
Child Safety Seats in Greyhound BusesCustomers are welcome to use child safety seats on Greyhound buses. However, the seat space must be purchased at the discounted child fare. You should ensure that your child seat has been approved for use in a motor vehicle, and is used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.It is your responsibility to secure the child seat to the bus seat with strapping or webbing that is approved by the child seat manufacturer. You are responsible for providing the strapping or the webbing. You should also secure your child in the child seat with a manufacturer-approved lap and/or shoulder belt/harness. Greyhound does not provide lap and/or shoulder belts/harnesses.
Does a Chevy Cobalt seat 5 people with seat belts?
Yes, the Chevy Cobalt is designed to seat five people, and it comes equipped with seat belts for each occupant. The vehicle has two front seats and a rear bench seat that can accommodate three passengers, ensuring safety compliance with seat belts for all seating positions.
