RAC reminds drivers to slow down near schools

13 October 2009

The RAC is reminding all drivers to slow down in school zones, with students returning to school today for the beginning of term four.

RAC Head of Member Advocacy Matt Brown said all drivers had a responsibility to drive safely, especially when near a school.

“The WA Police will be out in force and any motorist caught speeding in a school zone will pay the price,” he said.

“School zones are there to protect students on their way to and from school and motorists need to remember to slow down.

“Young students often don’t have a great sense of road safety and it’s up to motorists to be aware of this and drive appropriately.

“Everybody needs to be extra cautious when driving near a school. Parents should also be reminding their children to take extra care when near a road.”

School zones are in place outside primary and high schools across the State between 7.30 and 9.00 in the morning and 2.30 and 4.00 in the afternoon on all school days. For all other times the regular speed limit applies.

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