How Do You Drive Safely Around Children?
• Obey the speed limit in school zones. Though this limit may seem excessively low when you do not see any children, small kids can hide easily or make sudden movements. For this reason, speeding tickets in school zones can be particularly costly. • Do not pass a school bus that has stopped and put out its stop sign. Children will be exiting the bus at that time, and may dart in front of your car unexpectedly. Be cautious driving near children even after the bus leaves since you do not know their next move. • Pay special attention to your speed in areas where children often hang out, such as near schools and parks. • Be vigilant during times when children are most likely to be outside. This is typically before and after school, and also during the day on weekends, holidays and summer vacation. • Keep an eye out for children darting around residential neighborhoods. Kids often play outside after school. They may be riding bikes or running, which can make it hard for you to slow down in
