It’s hard to believe for most kids school starts next week, where did the summer go? Whether you have little ones attending school for the first time, not-so-little ones starting college/university, or perhaps you yourself are gearing up for a busy September at work, come next week, our schedules and our streets will certainly be busier!
As much as we have to face the reality of the back to school/work rush, one thing we all have to keep in mind is safe driving. Children and adults alike will have an increased presence on our streets, either by bus, car, bike or on foot. Whatever the means of transportation, we would like to remind motorists to drive with extra caution, especially in construction and community safe zones. You can always hop on a viva as an alternate to driving as well. If you do choose to drive, please follow the rules of the road and remember these safe driving guidelines:
- Slow down when traffic lights turn to yellow and stop at red lights.
- When approaching a stop sign, always come to a complete stop.
- Use turn signals so that people can anticipate where your vehicle is moving next.
- Pay attention to construction speed signs and follow marked detours.
- Avoid distractions behind the wheel such as talking/texting on the phone without an approved hands-free device.
As we all gear up for the first day back, let’s remember to pack our patience and good behaviour. We share these roads, so let’s all make an effort to keep each other safe. As a more alert driver, you will help keep the roads safe for everyone using it.