NSW motorists are being urged to slow down and watch for children in school zones, as the new school year begins.
Deputy Secretary of Safety, Environment and Regulation at Transport for NSW, Tara McCarthy said school zones were back in operation and were clearly marked with flashing lights and signage.
“Children are some of our most vulnerable pedestrians and their safety should be everyone’s top priority,” Ms McCarthy said.
“I urge drivers to remain vigilant in school zones by sticking to the speed limit and obeying the rules.”
She said school zones were generally in place from 8 to 9.30am and from 2.30 to 4pm.
Ms McCarthy said motorists who didn’t obey the rules faced heavy fines and demerits.
“Please be particularly careful around bus stops, school crossings and Kiss and Ride Zones where children are often present in higher numbers,” the Deputy Secretary said.
“When bus lights flash, it is vital everyone slows down to 40km/h because this means a bus is picking up or dropping off children,” she said.
“Just a couple of kilometres over the speed limit could be the difference between being able to stop in time or not at all.”
Further information on school zone, speed limits and active times can be accessed at this PS News link.
