In the event of an accident, when the seatbelt has slack despite being fastened...

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a greater distance will be travelled and it is possible to hit the steering wheel or windscreen.

In the event of an accident, if the seatbelt has slack despite being fastened, the occupant's body can travel a greater distance before being stopped by the belt. This increases the risk of hitting the steering wheel, the windscreen or other parts of the vehicle's interior. Slack in the belt reduces its effectiveness in safely restraining the occupant in their seat, which can result in more serious injuries. That is why it is vital to ensure the seatbelt is snug against the body, neither too tight nor too loose. Correct positioning and adjustment of the belt are essential: the shoulder strap must pass over the collarbone and across the centre of the chest, and the lap strap must sit over the pelvis and hip bones, always below the abdomen.