Portugal’s “Cinto-me Vivo” Road Safety Campaign Records Over 11,000 Infractions in a Week

Portugal’s “Cinto-me Vivo” Road Safety Campaign Records Over 11,000 Infractions in a Week

Portugal’s “Cinto-me Vivo” road safety campaign, which translates to “I feel alive with my seat belt on,” recorded a staggering number of infractions in just a week. The campaign, run by the National Road Safety Authority (ANSR) in collaboration with the Public Security Police (PSP) and the National Republican Guard (GNR), registered more than 11,000 infractions.

Between September 12th and 18th, a total of 47,043 vehicles were physically inspected by the security forces. The vast majority of these vehicles were inspected by the GNR, which accounted for 32,239 inspections. The PSP, on the other hand, supervised 14,804 vehicles.

Significant Number of Infractions Detected

The operation resulted in the detection of 11,171 infractions, a substantial number that underscores a considerable level of non-compliance with road safety regulations. Among these, 714 were related to the use of seat belts, helmets, and child car seats. This was the main focus of the operation, and the large number of infractions in this area is a significant cause for concern.

The GNR accounted for the largest number of infractions, with 6,678 recorded, of which 588 were linked to safety devices. The PSP noted 4,493 infractions, with 126 associated with seat belts, helmets, or child car seats.

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Key Takeaways and the Road Ahead

The key takeaway from the “Cinto-me Vivo” campaign is the high number of infractions detected over a week, demonstrating a significant amount of non-compliance with road safety regulations, particularly concerning the use of seat belts, helmets, and child car seats. This fact underscores the need for continued efforts to enforce and promote these safety measures, to ensure the safety of all road users.

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With this data at hand, the ANSR will likely need to intensify its efforts in monitoring road safety compliance and implementing stricter penalties for non-compliance. Education and awareness programs may also need to be ramped up to ensure that road users understand the importance of adhering to safety regulations for their own safety and the safety of others.