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Buckle up and stay safe on National Seat Belt Day - let's create an impact and spread awareness of the importance of wearing a seat belt!
It's time to buckle up and show your support for National Seat Belt Day on November 14! This day was established in 2006 as a way to remind us of the importance of wearing seat belts when traveling in cars, trucks, and other vehicles. Seat belts are one of the most important safety features in any vehicle and can save lives by preventing injuries or even death. So make sure you wear yours every time you get into a car – it could be the difference between life and death!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1885</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Invention of the Seat Belt</div><div class='timeline-text'>George Cayley, an English engineer, invented the seat belt to help protect people in moving vehicles.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1959</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Introduction of Three-Point Seat Belt</div><div class='timeline-text'>Swedish engineer Nils Bohlin, working for Volvo, invented the modern three-point seat belt which is considered a major milestone in vehicle safety.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1968</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Seat Belt Law Implementation</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United States passes the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, requiring all vehicles (except buses) to be fitted with seat belts in all seating positions.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1984</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First US Seat Belt Use Law</div><div class='timeline-text'>New York becomes the first US state to pass a law requiring vehicle occupants to wear seat belts, a step that was soon followed by other states.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1993</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Child Passenger Safety Law</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first law regarding child passenger safety comes into effect in the U.S., requiring kids up to certain age and size to use car seat and seat belts.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2006</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of National Seat Belt Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>This day was established to promote seat belt use and spread the awareness of its importance in preventing injuries and deaths on the roads.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a Safety Day</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a safety day for your community or school. Invite local law enforcement and fire departments to come and talk about the importance of seat belts, fire safety, and other safety tips.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a Seat Belt Pledge</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Promote seat belt use by having everyone in your family and friends take a pledge to always wear their seat belt when driving or riding in a car.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a Seat Belt Check</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite members of your community or school to come out and check for seat belts use in cars driving through the area. Remind drivers that it is important to buckle up every time they get in the car.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create Seat Belt Reminders</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make seat belt reminders out of paper, fabric, or other materials and distribute them to people in your community or school to remind them to always wear their seat belt.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share Safety Statistics</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Share safety statistics with family, friends, and social media followers to spread awareness of the importance of wearing seat belts when driving or riding in a car.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Seat belts save lives</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Research shows that wearing a seat belt can reduce the risk of death in a motor vehicle accident by up to 50 percent. This is why it's so important to always wear a seat belt during every car ride, regardless of how short or long the journey may be!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They provide added protection</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>In the event of a crash, seat belts are designed to keep you securely in position and prevent injuries to vital organs like your head, neck, heart, and lungs. They also help protect your body from flying debris or shattered glass should a window break during an impact.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They're easy to use</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Modern seat belts are simple and easy to use. All you have to do is make sure the belt isn't twisted, pull it across your hips and chest, then click it into the buckle - it's that simple! And don't forget, having everyone else in the car buckle up too will ensure everyone stays safe no matter where you go!</p></div></div>
National Seat Belt Day is celebrated on November 14th every year. In 2024 National Seat Belt Day will occur on a Thursday .
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