Alberta Traffic Safety Campaign - Seatbelts

In March, Alberta's Traffic Safety Campaign(External link) emphasizes the critical importance of wearing seatbelts. Parkland County Enforcement Services, Alberta RCMP and other local authorities remind motorists that seatbelt use significantly reduces the risk of serious injury or death in the event of a collision. Properly wearing a seatbelt ensures that the force from a crash is distributed across the body, minimizing harm. The campaign highlights that seatbelts should be worn at all times by both drivers and passengers, with the lap belt positioned low across the hips and the shoulder belt across the chest. This simple yet effective safety measure is crucial for protecting occupants in both regular and off-road vehicles.

The campaign also includes enforcement initiatives to ensure compliance with seatbelt laws. During March, PCES, RCMP and other police services conduct province-wide seatbelt enforcement blitzes, issuing fines for infractions. The fine for not wearing a seatbelt in Alberta is $162, and drivers are responsible for ensuring passengers under 16 are properly restrained.

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