Why seat belt law fails to bring safetyPolice officers launch a buckle up campaign. The seat belt law is already 25 years old, yet the seat belt use rate remains very low. The dismal safety belt use rates are also evident in a recent study by the Thailand Development Research Institute to evaluate seat belt policy for traffic safety. While consistent information and campaigns are necessary for better seat belt awareness, the focus should shift to the back seat passengers -- passengers in taxis, vans, and minibuses. Why has the 25-year-old safety belt law failed to make a dent in the public consciousness?

Source: Bangkok Post July 07, 2020 23:26 UTC