Posted on 9/11/2013
Back to School Safety Tips With a new school year starting many drivers are faced with a change in driving habits and experiences. Just getting to work in the morning can become a challenge with wandering children, school crossing guards, busses and congested streets. Another new adventure for many families is having a young adult venture off to college. Here are some simple tips to keep everyone safe this season. Safe Driving on Local Roads: Remember that children are easily distracted and very excited about starting school. Chances are they won’t see you. Pay attention to them and be prepared, especially when near a stopped school bus. When driving on an undivided road you are required to come to a complete stop when a school bus has its red lights on. On a divided road you must stop when traveling the same direction as the school bus and pay extra attention when traveling the opposite way. These laws vary from state to state, but protecting our ... read more