From May 25 to June 5, the special comprehensive event "Attention – Children!" is being held.
In accordance with clause 166.9 of the Road Traffic Regulations of the Republic of Belarus, during the period of this event, drivers are required to drive during daylight hours with the low beam headlights or daytime running lights (if equipped) switched on on their vehicles.
Failure to comply with this legislative requirement is punishable by administrative liability in the form of a fine of up to 3 base units (part 3 of article 18.13 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Republic of Belarus).
Traffic police inspectors, as well as representatives of other public security police services, will visit work collectives of enterprises and organizations, conduct thematic film lectures and campaigns to explain the main causes of road traffic accidents involving children, as well as preventive measures to prevent them.
The State Automobile Inspectorate urges parents to be vigilant and to properly monitor their children's leisure time. Be an example for them of strict adherence to the Road Traffic Regulations.
Remind young pedestrians and cyclists daily about safe behavior on roads and (equally importantly) in courtyards. After all, the zone of increased danger begins beyond the entrance. Before letting a child ride a bicycle independently, make sure that they will do so in a safe place, not on the roadway.
In addition, the State Automobile Inspectorate strongly recommends that parents walk with their child along the route from home to school and back, pointing out dangerous places and discussing together common "road traps" that may await them while traveling.