September is Back to School Safety Month in the Traffic Safety Plan Calendar

Across Alberta children are returning to school this month. Drivers are once again sharing the road with children who are walking, bicycling or riding the bus to school. In the excitement of the first weeks of returning to school and seeing friends, children may forget basic road safety rules. Motorists need to use caution when driving through residential areas and adhere to speed limits in school or playground zones.

Here are some driving tips to keep children safe:

• Scan farther down the road and obey posted speed limits.
• Always be prepared to slow down or stop.
• Avoid loud music and other distractions when driving.
• Watch for the school safety patrol, identified by their orange vests, and stop as directed. School safety patrollers play a vital role in directing children safely across the street.
• Be very cautious in parking lots or when backing out of a parking stall or driveway.

For more information, check out these links:
Walk the Talk
School Safety Patrols
Pedestrian Safety Tips
School Bus Safety Information