FJ NEWS | LTA and Police are collaborating through joint operations to promote seatbelt safety

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LTA and Police are collaborating through joint operations to promote seatbelt safety
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The Land Transport Authority and Fiji Police promote seatbelt regulations to reduce road fatalities and injuries.

They have launched joint enforcement operations to promote drivers’ and passengers’ consistent use of seatbelts.

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The increased presence of police and LTA officers will be conducted on major roads and highways throughout August to ensure compliance.

LTA Acting Chief Executive Irimaia Rokosawa emphasizes the importance of seatbelts in reducing fatal injury risk for front-seat occupants.

He states that all vehicle occupants must wear seatbelts when in motion, whether seated in the front or rear.

The law requires drivers to secure all passengers, including children over eight.

The child is being restrained in child restraints or rear seats while adult supervision is present..

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