Topic: Vehicle safety devices · Nº 512 / 691
Si la parte baja del cinturón de seguridad (la banda abdominal) queda sobre el abdomen...
If the lower part of the seat belt (the lap belt) sits over the abdomen…
- Ase reduce el riesgo de lesiones en el cuello.the risk of neck injuries is reduced.
- Bpuede provocar graves lesiones internas en caso de accidente.it may cause serious internal injuries in an accident.
- Cla conducción sería más cómoda y segura.driving would be more comfortable and safer.
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- Bpuede provocar graves lesiones internas en caso de accidente.it may cause serious internal injuries in an accident.
Explanation
The lap belt must be worn low, over the pelvis, which is the bony structure able to withstand the pressure in a crash. If it sits over the abdomen, in a collision it presses on soft organs and can cause serious internal injuries; the body can also slide under the belt.
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