Checked the knowledge of traffic rules and tried on a special form: participated in the action “For safety – together!”

Visit the role of a criminologist, check the knowledge of traffic rules and try on a special form - all this can be done at the Palace of Sports, where on September 12 the action "For safety - together!" is held. The correspondent of the Minsk-Novosti agency visited the site.

A rich interactive program was prepared by Minsk police officers. The central part was the quest: participants received special cards and went to eight thematic sites. Each had to complete a task and get a mark. After passing the route, the filled cards must be lowered into a special drum - the winners will be determined randomly.

- My daughter and I have already passed several sites and are now trying to collect all the marks. She is especially interested in where you can do something with your own hands, and not just listen to a story. I am also happy to go through tasks with her - some questions make you think, said Irina.

One of the points of the quest was the site of the Specialized Lyceum of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Here, participants learned how to detect and fix traces, and also practiced in this case. Those interested could test themselves on the flight control simulator.

- I’ve only seen this in movies before, and here you can try to find and take a trace. It turns out that it is not so simple, you need to be careful and carefully do everything. I also liked the simulator - I had never tried to control an aircraft before, so it was interesting, the schoolboy Artem shared.

The Interactive Zone was also prepared by the State Traffic Inspectorate. Participants were asked to check the knowledge of traffic rules. The children vying to answer questions, recalled the meaning of road signs and tried to avoid mistakes to get another mark in the card.

At one of the sites, visitors could pass a special test that helps to assess the risk of becoming a victim of cyber fraudsters. Participants were reminded of common schemes of deception and paid attention to how attackers use haste and psychological pressure.

- My son and I stayed here because the subject of fraud is very relevant. He uses his phone, the Internet, various apps, and it’s important for me that my son understands why you can’t share codes from messages or credit card details. It is good that this is explained not in the format of a lecture, but through an interactive, said a resident of the capital Svetlana.

The Office of Citizenship and Migration also prepared tasks for the participants of the quest. Visitors answered questions related to the work of the unit, and it was possible to take a memorable photo in an unusual photo zone decorated in the form of a Belarusian passport.

At the site of the Center for psychological support of the Mingory Executive Committee, guests were waiting for games and puzzles. The tasks were designed for attention, reaction speed and logical thinking. Children eagerly competed, trying to find the right solution faster.

- We thought we'd just look at the technique and move on, but the kids saw the puzzles and lingered. Eventually, they got involved and began to argue who would decide faster. I like that there are different activities here: one child is interested in cars, another – tasks, the third wants to learn about the profession, – said Elena.

Another popular stop was the pavilion of the Department of Security. Here, security cameras were shown and how they were used for security. Also, those who wish could try on a protective helmet and vest. And at the site of the Border Service Institute, guests got acquainted with various passports and ID cards and learned how specialists check documents.

Of great interest was the site of the internal troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, where unmanned aerial vehicles, special uniforms and equipment were presented. Visitors continually gathered near the drones, especially teenagers asked a lot of questions.

- Modern technologies are of great interest to young people, so we try to show not only the technique itself, but also to tell what tasks it is designed for. Many people are already familiar with drones in everyday life, but do not know how they can be used in professional activities. At such events, they have the opportunity to communicate with specialists and get answers directly from employees, the representative of the Interior Ministry’s internal troops said.

It wasn't without technology. Police cars and motorcycles could be seen at the location, and children's cars were prepared for the youngest guests. The boys enjoyed riding them while their parents took pictures of the young drivers.

- The son immediately ran to the cars, and then we went to the quest. It was a good family day. Here you can have fun and learn something useful - especially liked the information about security on the Internet. Now it is really important for children, – said the Minsk Dmitry.

It wasn't without goodies. In the field kitchen, they treat hot porridge and compote.

The festive atmosphere at the Sports Palace is complemented by a concert program.

Photo by Elizabeth Davidovskaya