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Air bag deactivation 
Provides consumers with information about automobile air bags, including how they work, why air bags put some people at risk, how to reduce the risk, and who should consider deactivating their air bags.
Source: Transport Canada
From: Road safety
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Air bag safety 
Gives links to information on safety issues concerning the use of air bags in vehicles. Includes commonly asked questions about air bags, advice on how to prevent being injured by a deploying air bag, the evaluation of the effectiveness of air bags and seat belts, and how to protect children in vehicles.
Source: Transport Canada
From: Road safety
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Frequently asked questions 
Gives links to four categories of frequently asked questions: information for drivers - driver handbooks, license classes, new driver permits; information on vehicle standards and regulations; information on safety devices – air bags, seat belts, car seats; and information on other forms of transportation.
Source: Ontario Ministry of Transportation
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Frequently asked questions: safety 
Provides answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about air bags, bicycle helmets, seat belts and car seats, and child passenger safety. Emphasizes important safety issues for Canadians.
Source: Ontario Ministry of Transportation
From: Frequently asked questions
How do I know which car is the safest? 
Lists factors to consider before purchasing a new vehicle, including crash-test results and safety features such as adjustable shoulder belts and head restraints, air bags, anti-lock braking systems, and side impact protection. Prepared by Health in Action.
Source: Canadian Health Network (CHN)
From: FAQs: injury prevention
Should I be afraid of my airbag? 
Outlines the risks of injuries from air bags and lists safety precautions for preventing such injuries. Prepared by the Alberta Motor Association and Health in Action.
Source: Canadian Health Network (CHN)
From: FAQs: injury prevention
The air bag debate 
Examines media reports that passenger-side air bags can be dangerous, especially for children. Emphasizes that air bags, when used with seat belts, can save lives.
Source: Canada Safety Council (CSC)
Traffic safety 
Provides links to further information on traffic and automotive safety topics such as impaired driving, air bags, anti-lock brakes, child car seats, and winter road safety.
Source: Canada Safety Council (CSC)
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