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Safety Reminder:
The school year is starting, so watch
out for children and traffic near
schools and crossings.
……….or anywhere kids hang out!
Back to School Safety Tips
DRIVERS:
Remember – 20 MPH in
School Zones.
SLOW DOWN – more
pedestrians and bicyclists.
Exercise CAUTION in
areas without sidewalks.
Back to School Safety Tips
DRIVERS:
Know what’s behind you before backing.
Stay ALERT near bus stops
YELLOW FLASHING LIGHTS – bus is preparing
to stop to load or unload children.
RED FLASHING LIGHTS and extended stop arm –
stop at least 20 feet from the bus when behind or
meeting. The only time stopping is not required is on
the other side of a divided highway.
Back to School Safety Tips
DRIVERS:
Stop between 10 and 30 feet
from the school crossing when
a crossing guard directs.
Ensure safety seats are used if
required.
Ensure seatbelts are used.
Back to School Safety Tips
PARENTS:
Choose safest route between home
and school.
Inspect bicycle to ensure it is
mechanically safe.
Provide protective helmet and
reflective equipment.
Ensure child knows safety rules of
the road.
Back to School Safety Tips
RIDING the BUS:
Have a safe place to wait for
bus, away from traffic.
Stay away from bus until it
comes to a complete stop and
the driver signals you to enter.
Use handrail to enter and exit
the bus.
Back to School Safety Tips
RIDING the BUS
When exiting the bus, be sure
that drawstrings and straps
don’t get caught on handrail or
in door.
When exiting – take 5 giant
steps away from bus.
If something is dropped near
the bus – always tell the bus
driver.
In addition to school hours,
schools, playgrounds and parks can
be busy with kids involved in
sports, extended academics,
scouting and other special events
both evenings and weekends.
…… so be careful always!!!!