📋 Tender Overview
A total of 2,131 people participated in talks given by Sutran on the matter between January and April 2026.Retroreflective sheets constitute an essential element for road safety, by significantly improving the visibility of vehicles at night, in conditions of fog, rain or low lighting; That is why Sutran permanently holds the virtual talk called Importance of retroreflective sheets for road safety, which between January and April 2026 has attracted the participation of 2,131 participants.
In these talks, aimed at drivers, transporters and cargo operators, Sutran specialists provide technical details, the importance of the correct use of the sheets, as well as the respective fines for not using them.
Features
Retroreflective sheets reflect the light emitted by the headlights of other vehicles, making it easier for transport units to be detected in a timely manner by drivers traveling on the road, especially on high-traffic roads and routes. The correct use of these elements makes it possible to warn of the presence, dimensions and movement of vehicles, considerably reducing the risk of crashes and accidents, especially in the transport of goods and passengers.
Non-compliance
Not using retroreflective sheets is a serious infraction punishable by a fine equivalent to 0.5 of the ITU* (S/ 2575) or carrying devices that do not meet the technical conditions required in the National Vehicle Regulations is a minor infraction equivalent to 0.05 of the ITU* (S/ 1375); while in traffic matters, not having retroreflective tapes is a serious infraction equivalent to 8% of the ITU* (S/ 440) and 30 points against the drivers license imposed by the Highway Police.
Recommendations
The sheets must be fixed horizontally on 25% of the sides of the vehicle and on the back, alternating the colors red and white. The sheets must be placed no less than 30 centimeters and no more than 1.60 m above the road surface. At the rear, the sheets must be fixed covering the widest part of the vehicle. The correct use of these elements makes it possible to warn of the presence, dimensions and movement of vehicles, considerably reducing the risk of crashes and accidents, especially in the transport of goods and passengers.
This talk is part of a package of topics related to regulatory compliance in transportation and transit. The public can access these trainings at no cost through the following link: https://escuela.sutran.gob.pe/mod/page/view.php?id=9178
SUTRAN reaffirms its commitment to continue developing free training and citizen orientation spaces, with the purpose of promoting a preventive culture, strengthening compliance with current regulations and contributing to the reduction of accidents on national highways.
*ITU corresponding to the year 2026
Lima, May 29, 2026
