Adjust your head restraint
Use your head restraint correctly. Head restraints in the proper position greatly reduce the risk of injuries due to collisions and sudden vehicle movements.
- If your vehicle has an adjustable head restraint, it should be positioned so that the centre of the head restraint is level with the top of your ears.
- If your head restraint tilts, move it forward to decrease the space between your head and the restraint. Less than 10 centimetres (four inches) is ideal.
- Always check that the head restraint for each passenger is adjusted to the correct height.
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A properly adjusted head restraint protects the head and neck.
Adjust your inside and outside rear view mirrors
Set your rear view mirrors in the correct position.
- Adjust your inside rear view mirror to show as much behind you as possible by having the rear window framed within the mirror.
- Adjust the outside rear view mirrors to reduce blind spots. You should be able to see your own vehicle in a small portion of the side view mirror closest to the vehicle.
Fasten your seat belt
Fasten your seat belt and shoulder strap correctly. Seat belts save lives and reduce injuries, and provide the greatest protection when worn properly. The law requires you to wear your seat belt.
- Wear the lap belt low and snug over your hips. The shoulder belt must fit over your chest and shoulder.
- Do not tuck the shoulder belt behind your back or under your arm.
- You are still required to wear your seat belt when in a vehicle with air bags.
Seat belt use is required by law When you are ready to go, do the following:
- Check to be sure your intended path of travel is clear.
- Check your inside and outside rear view mirrors.
- Do a shoulder check to be sure your blind spots are clear.
If you are moving away from the right side of the road, use your left turn signal to indicate that you are entering traffic. If you are on the left side of a one-way road, use your right turn signal. In this situation, it can be difficult to see traffic clearly from the driver’s seat.