Occupant Safety - It's Not a Game Illinois

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Did you know that buckling up is the best way to protect yourself in a crash?

It takes two seconds, and it can reduce your risk by half! Plus, it's the law in Illinois.

Buckle Up
Or Pay Up.

Imagine getting a fine for not doing the easiest thing ever.

Couldn't be me!

"It's just a short drive, we don't need seat belts."

Not true!
Most serious crashes happen close to home and at lower speeds. Buckle up every trip, every time.

"The car has airbags, so I'm still protected even without a seat belt."

Not really!
Airbags only work properly if you're wearing a seat belt.

"I've heard seat belts can actually trap you or make crashes worse."

Not true!
Seat belts are designed to prevent ejection and reduce impact, both of which can be lifesaving.

Alright, quick check—this is what your seat belt should look like when it's on correctly.

And this?
Not so much...

Are you buckling up correctly?

Correct

Well-fitted and properly positioned seat belt.
The shoulder belt rests across your chest and stays away from your neck.
The lap belt sits low and snug across your hips with no slack.
Check that you're following Illinois car seat laws to keep your infant safe and secure.
Find the right car seat

Are you buckling up correctly?

Incorrect

Belt is under your arm or behind your back.
Twisted seat belt.
Incorrectly fitted seat belt.

Okay, everyone buckled? Looks like it's time to prove your safety skills in the arcade.

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Instructions

Use the arrow keys to connect all seat belts.

Roadway safety is not a game.

There are no extra lives, no respawns, and no second chances to get it right.

Buckle Up
Or Pay Up.

Myth Busters

"It's just a short drive, we don't need seat belts."

Myth Busters

"The car has airbags, so I'm still protected even without a seat belt."

Myth Busters

"I've heard seat belts can actually trap you or make crashes worse."

Are you buckling up correctly?

Correct

Are you buckling up correctly?

Incorrect

To play this game, please rotate your device

Instructions

Buckle Up Or Pay Up.

Myth Busters

"It's just a short drive, we don't need seat belts."

Myth Busters

"The car has airbags, so I'm still protected even without a seat belt."

Myth Busters

"I've heard seat belts can actually trap you or make crashes worse."

Are you buckling up correctly?

Correct

Are you buckling up correctly?

Incorrect

To play this game, please rotate your device

Instructions

Buckle Up
Or Pay Up.