Medium Duty Operator's Manual - Peterbilt Motors Company

SEATS
During Pregnancy
Pregnant women should always wear combination lap/
shoulder belts. The lap belt portion must be worn snugly
and as low as possible across the pelvis. To avoid pressure
on the abdomen, the belt must never pass over the
waist. Sometimes pregnant women worry that in a crash
the seat belt could hurt the baby. But if a woman wears
her belt properly—low over her pelvis, below her abdomen—the
belt will not harm the baby, even in a crash. And
remember—the best way to keep an unborn baby safe is
to keep the mother safe.
Passengers
Anyone riding in your vehicle should wear a seat belt. A
responsible operator sees to it that everyone in the vehicle
rides safely—and that means with a seat belt.
Belt Damage and Repair
Damaged belts in the cab must be replaced. Belts that
have been stretched, cut, or worn out may not protect you
in an accident.
Pregnant Woman with Belt Properly Worn
If any seat belt is not working properly, see an Authorized
Service Center for repair or replacement.
For further information on seat belts and seat belt maintenance,
see “Safety Restraint System — Inspection,” Page
197.
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