Two LLNL employees were injured recently in separate vehicle accidents. Both accidents are currently under review by incident analysis teams, so details of the accidents are not yet available. However, this is a good time to remind employees to always wear vehicle safety belts. LLNL safety policy requires their use, as do DOE Directives and California State law, but even if not required by anyone, it's the smart thing to do. The only state without such a law is New Hampshire.
Safety belts provide the greatest protection against occupant ejection.
Recommended Action 1. Wear them even for the shortest trips, as this will reinforce the habit of using them when driving longer distances off-site. 2-8253 Risk Management Office, ext.