G.O. 100.40 USE OF OCUPANT RESTRAINTS IN VEHICLES USED FOR STATE BUSINES

Question 1

Departmental employees ____ ensure all drivers and passengers are properly using vehicle occupant restraint systems when operating or riding in state-owned vehicles, or when using rented or private vehicles while conducting state business.

a. may

b. should

c. shall

Answer 1

shall

Question 2

When transporting a child in a state vehicle other than an authorized emergency vehicle or when transporting a child in a rented or private vehicle while on state business, an approved child passenger restraint system shall be used. A child under _________ years of age who is four feet nine inches in height or taller may be properly restrained in the rear seat of a vehicle by a seat or safety belt. Effective January 1, 2017, children under two years of age shall be properly secured in a rear-facing child passenger restraint system unless the child weighs 40 or more pounds or is 40 or more inches tall.

a. six

b. seven

c. eight

d. nine

Answer 2

eight

Question 3

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends there be a minimum of __________ inches between the chest of a person sitting in the front seat and the air bag cover to minimize the risk of serious injury. Additionally, NHTSA recommends the front seat be adjusted, if necessary, to maintain the ten-inch distance.

a. six

b. seven

c. eight

d. ten

Answer 3

ten