What is Canada's secret to success?

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Canada has implemented a successful safety awareness program that has increased the number of drivers who wear their seat belts to 92% of the motorist population. Transport Canada reports that this practice has saved lives and injuries that would have cost $1.5 billion in medical expenses. Canadian drivers became more aware of the need to wear safety belts when the country launched its National Occupant Restraint Program in 1990. It enforces safety-belt regulations by fining drivers $100 when found not wearing their seat belts.

Canada, Safety and security measures, Safety regulations

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Cut highway crashes, cut healthcare costs

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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) head Ricardo Martinez believes that his agency can contribute to the effort to cut the country's health care expenses. Martinez stated that injuries are the second leading healthcare cost in the US, with the vast majority of injuries resulting from motor vehicle accidents. He stated that by preventing accidents from taking place, the government will b able to save money on health care.

Officials and employees, Interview, United States. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Martinez, Ricardo

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Stick to safety when applying hard hat decals

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Placing adhesive stickers on hard hats for personalizing them may not reduce the safety performance of the hats. However, the stickers should be placed at least three-fourths of an inch away from the helmetEs edge. Also, the area covered by stickers should be minimum so as to enable inspection for damage.

United States, Product standards, safety, & recalls, Standards, Helmets

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