Driver's Ed Safety Devices

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What are some examples of passive restraints?

Front driver and passenger airbags (correct)

Child safety seats

Automated head restraints (correct)

Safety belts

What are some examples of active restraints?

Automated shoulder safety belts

Anti-penetration windshields

Safety belts (correct)

Airbags

Seat belts must be worn and .

low and tight

Seat belt goes over top of __ and across _.

shoulder, chest Signup and view all the answers

Do not place shoulder harness _____ shoulder or back.

behind Signup and view all the answers

What can happen if you wear your seat belt behind your shoulder or back in the event of a crash?

serious injury can occur Signup and view all the answers

Keeping the seat back in a more upright position avoids _ _ in a frontal crash.

submarine effect Signup and view all the answers

Air bags are ______ restraints.

supplemental Signup and view all the answers

No passenger under ___ years of age in the front seat.

12 Signup and view all the answers

Airbags prevent against _ and _ injuries.

head and chest Signup and view all the answers

______ of inflation of an airbag is critical.

speed Signup and view all the answers

Driver should adjust the seat for a minimum ____ inch clearance between chest and steering wheel.

10 Signup and view all the answers

How can you make sure the airbag is aimed towards your chest and facial area?

by raising your seat and/or adjusting your steering wheel Signup and view all the answers

Steering wheel hand position should be at _ and __ or lower.

8 and 4 Signup and view all the answers

Avoid a and hand position for blow hole burn prevention.

10 and 2 Signup and view all the answers

What is the proper adjustment for head restraints?

to ear level to avoid neck injury Signup and view all the answers

It is better for a head restraint to be _ than necessary than __.

higher than lower Signup and view all the answers

Where are the air bags for side impact protection?

upper door frame and seat edge/door panel Signup and view all the answers

Where are children safest in a car?

the backseat Signup and view all the answers

Where should an infant sit in the car?

in the back seat, rear facing from birth to 20 lbs Signup and view all the answers

Where should a child sit in a car?

car seat up to 40 lbs Signup and view all the answers

How long do children sit in booster seats?

up until 40 lbs Signup and view all the answers

What do occupant restraints protect against?

ejection from vehicle, against fire and water immersion, protects child from impact, protects occupants at point of impact Signup and view all the answers

How far does your head move if you have your seat belt on in a 31 MPH crash?

1.9 ft Signup and view all the answers

How far does your chest move if you have your seat belt on in a 31 MPH crash?

1.3 ft Signup and view all the answers

How far does your pelvis move if you have your seat belt on in a 31 MPH crash?

1.2 ft Signup and view all the answers

What are examples of some modern automotive technology?

anti-lock brakes, traction control devices, electronic handling and stability programs, suspension control devices, electro-hydraulic brakes, electronic steering assist, tire technology, crumple zones Signup and view all the answers

What are advantages of ABS?

enhanced braking action, vehicle steering ability, vehicle stability, stopping distance on wet surfaces Signup and view all the answers

If your car has ABS you should....

add to your following distance in bad weather, practice the use of ABS, and keep your foot firmly on the brake when you actually have to use it Signup and view all the answers

If your car has ABS you should not.....

drive more aggressively, pump the brakes, steer too much, be alarmed by ABS noise or vibration Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if your oil light comes on while driving?

stop your car immediately Signup and view all the answers

If your temperature light comes on while driving what do you do?

stop immediately. it might blow up and fry your engine. Signup and view all the answers

If your alternator light comes on while driving (battery) what do you do?

you can continue driving Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Passive Restraints

Examples include front airbags, anti-penetration windshields, rear airbags, and automated safety belts.
Designed to provide automatic protection during a crash without driver action.

Active Restraints

Includes safety belts, head restraints, child booster seats, and child safety seats.
Requires conscious action by occupants to engage protection.

Seat Belt Guidelines

Must be worn low across the hips and tight against the body.
Should fit over the shoulder and across the chest for optimal protection.
Do not place shoulder harness behind the shoulder or back to avoid serious injury.
Proper seatback position helps prevent the submarine effect during frontal crashes.

Airbag Information

Airbags serve as supplemental restraints meant to work with seat belts.
Should not place a passenger under 12 years in the front seat due to safety concerns.
Airbags prevent head and chest injuries and rely on precise inflation speed for effectiveness.
Ensure airbags are positioned to protect the chest and facial areas by adjusting the seat or steering wheel.

Driver Positioning

Maintain at least a 10-inch clearance between the chest and steering wheel.
Ideal steering wheel hand placement is at the 8 and 4 positions, avoiding the 10 and 2 positions to reduce burn risk.

Head Restraint Adjustment

Should be adjusted to ear level to prevent neck injuries.
A higher head restraint is preferred over a lower one.

Side Impact Protection

Airbags for side impact protection are located in the upper door frame and seat edge/door panel.

Child Safety

The safest place for children is in the backseat.
Infants should be rear-facing in the back seat from birth up to 20 lbs.
Children should remain in car seats up to 40 lbs and transition to booster seats afterward.

Occupant Restraint Functions

Protect occupants from ejection, impact, fire, and water immersion during a crash.

Crash Dynamics with Seat Belts

In a 31 MPH crash, the head moves 1.9 ft, the chest moves 1.3 ft, and the pelvis moves 1.2 ft when secured by a seat belt.

Modern Automotive Technology

Examples include anti-lock brakes, traction control, electronic handling, and stability programs.
Enhancements like crumple zones improve crash safety.

Advantages of ABS

Provides enhanced braking action, better steering control, increased vehicle stability, and improved stopping distance on wet surfaces.
When driving a car with ABS, increase following distance, practice using brakes, and keep foot firmly on the brake.

Actions When Warning Lights Appear

Oil light: Stop the vehicle immediately.
Temperature light: Stop immediately to prevent engine damage.
Alternator light: Continue driving, but monitor the situation closely.

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Test your knowledge on safety devices used in vehicles with this quiz dedicated to driver's education. Learn about both passive and active restraints, including airbags, safety belts, and child safety seats. Perfect for anyone studying for their driver's license or interested in vehicle safety.