School’s in and speeding’s out

There'll be a heavy police presence around schools. 113336_01

POLICE will target motorists near schools as children return from holidays on Tuesday.
Large number of police will be on special look-out for speeding offences in 40km/h zones and speeding in back streets around schools by those attempting to avoid school zones.
Senior Constable Wendy Tamblyn of Warwick police flagged the blitz this week.
Parking and no standing zone offences in relation during drop-off and pickup of children at schools will be under close scrutiny, as will behaviour near school crossings, she said.
“Parents and carers are reminded to park in the designated areas to ensure that children are not put at risk by walking out onto roadways between parked cars,” Sen Const Tamblyn said.
Police would also urge parents and carers to make themselves familiar with school drop-off and pick-up practices, she said.
Parents should discuss with their children rules for school zones, and the need to obey the road rules around school zones.
“Following the directions of school crossing supervisors, and allowing a little extra time for your trip due to the increase in traffic around schools, will go a long way towards ensuring the safety of children on their way to or return from school,” Snr Const Tamblyn said.
“Police would like to take this opportunity to remind parents to discuss with their children the basics of road safety, particularly children starting school for the first time.”