What should be done if a child is traveling in a front seat with an airbag?

When a child is traveling in the front seat with an airbag, it is crucial to consider both safety measures regarding airbag deployment and appropriate child restraint use. Deactivating the airbag can be essential to prevent serious injury. Airbags are designed to deploy with significant force, which can be dangerous for a child, especially if they are in a standard seat or booster seat that does not adequately position them for airbag safety.

Additionally, using only a seat belt for a child traveling in the front seat is not sufficient if they are not properly restrained. It is important to ensure that children are in appropriate safety seats based on their age, weight, and height. If a child is of an age or size that requires a booster seat, that must be used alongside ensuring that the airbag is deactivated. Therefore, combining these actions—deactivating the airbag and using a booster seat—can greatly enhance the safety of the child while traveling in a vehicle equipped with airbag technology.