Safety belt usage : a review of effectiveness studies : suggestions for state programs.

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A review of effectiveness studies and suggestions for State programs with regard to safety belt usage are presented. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that lap belts are 40% effective in preventing crash related deaths, while lap/shoulder combinations are 60% effective. With regard to injuries, the NHTSA estimates that lap belts are 31% effective in preventing moderate toeritical injuries, while lap/shoulder combinations are 57% effective.

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B 18081 MF [electronic version only]
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Washington, D.C., U.S. Department of Transportation DOT, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA, 1976, 15 p., ref.; DOT HS 801 988

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