Back To School Safety Tips back to school safety Tips Safety belts are the best form of protection passengers have in the event of a crash. They can lower your risk of injury by http://www.theholidayspot.com/back_to_school/back2school_safety_tips.htm
Extractions: Riding the Bus School bus transportation is safe. In fact, buses are safer than cars! Even so, last year, approximately 26 students were killed and another 9,000 were injured in incidents involving school buses. More often than not, these deaths and injuries didn't occur in a crash, but as the pupils were entering and exiting the bus. Remember these safety tips:
City Of College Station - News Subject News Release Public Safety Announcement back to school safety back to school safety as well as other safety tips are posted on the College http://www.cstx.gov/home/index.asp?page=516&recordid=1457&returnurl=index.asp?pa
Back To School Safety - The Sentinel, August 2005 Monthly newspaper dedicated to highlighting the positive aspects of life in the San Ramon Valley; check out our calendar of events, local sports schedules, http://www.valleysentinel.com/archive/2005/200508/community/school.htm
Extractions: San Ramon Police Department Crime Prevention Specialist The majority of traffic accidents occur close to home, and their cause usually involves driver inattention. While driving, concentrate on the road and the other vehicles sharing it with you. Do not read, put on make-up, or turn and talk to passengers, all of which cause inattention to the road. Cellular phones also cause distractions. Police agencies suggest you pull off the roadway and stop your car when using them. Talk with and instruct your school age children about the dangers of walking, riding bicycles, and driving along the streets. Bicycles should drive the same direction as motor vehicles; staying next to the right road edge, and riders under 18 years old must always wear a safety helmet. Pedestrians should walk the opposite direction as traffic, facing the traffic and wear light colored clothing during hours of darkness.
City Of San Jose Vice Mayor Cindy Chavez: District 3 News back to school safety. 10/29/02 One of my top priorities is to make San Jose the most walkable big City in the Country. Across the city, a schoolcommunity http://www.ci.san-jose.ca.us/council/dist3/connect/d3News.asp?newsID=12&archive=
Break Point V3.8, August 2000 back to school safety. Maneuvering Your Way Through Work Zones back to school safety. Kathy O Day Loyola University Burn and Shock Trauma Institute, http://www.luhs.org/depts/injprev/Breakpnt/bp-v3-8.htm
Extractions: Loyola University Burn and Shock Trauma Institute, Injury Prevention Program It is hard to believe that children will be heading back to school shortly. For many people this is a time to make that last get-away before school starts and the warmer weather ends. New college students are preparing to leave home for the first time to start school. Whether you are traveling for pleasure or just getting to work, it is important to be aware of work zones and the difficulties they pose to the driver. They not only increase the tension on the road but not obeying the work zone signs can spell trouble for you and the workers. Break Point is produced by Loyola University, Burn and Shock Trauma Institute Injury Prevention Program. Please call us at (708) 327-2455 or email to: Kathy O'Day with any comments or questions.
News Room Department Of Public Safety Agencies Accident Records back to school safety Tips. PIERRE, SD Children across the state are heading back to school as the summer is coming to an end, and Department of Public http://www.state.sd.us/dps/Releases/8.25.04(1).asp
Extractions: Laws FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday , August 25, 2004 CONTACT: Stephanie Tveidt, (605) 773-3212 Back to School Safety Tips PIERRE, S.D. Children across the state are heading back to school as the summer is coming to an end, and Department of Public Safety officials are reminding all South Dakotans to practice the following safety measures to protect all school-aged children. Obey school zone speed limits Drivers should exercise extra caution when driving near schools, said Col. Dan Mosteller, Highway Patrol superintendent. The maximum speed limit when children are present when passing schools is 15 mph. Watch for children Be aware when youre driving around town, said Mosteller. Its not unusual for school aged children to unexpectedly dart into traffic in residential areas when walking to and from school. Watch for marked crosswalks and yield to pedestrians Many of our schools use crossing guards to assist children cross our busy streets, said Mosteller. Motorists should always heed the directions of the crossing guard to ensure that all children are allowed to safely cross the street.
Back To School Safety As the carefree days of summer give way to the hectic backto-school season, School Bus Safety. About 23.5 million students ride school buses daily. http://www.childrenshospital.com/YourChildsHealth/InjuryPreventionPro0A80/Austin
Extractions: Home Injury Prevention Program SAFE KIDS Austin Safety Programs and Tips Back to School Safety Find a Doctor Contact Us Search: (Choose Below) Entire Site Jobs Doctors Health Encyclopedia Go Guide to Our Hospital Healthcare Services Healthcare Professionals ... Just for Kids Children's Health Encyclopedia Wellness Classes AISD Student Health Services Injury Prevention Program ... Informative Web Sites Get Back to School Safely As the carefree days of summer give way to the hectic back-to-school season, parents and caregivers should take time out to teach and review important safety guidelines with children. "As children return to school, it's important for parents and children to go over safety tips together," says Jennifer McCrocklin, Austin SAFE KIDS Coalition. "This will help ensure a safe, enjoyable school year for everyone." The Austin SAFE KIDS Coalition offers these guidelines to help parents and caregivers keep children safe this back-to-school season: About 23.5 million students ride school buses daily. Although this is one of the safest ways to travel to and from school, injuries do occur. In 1998, 21 children ages 14 and under were killed in school bus-related traffic crashes. An estimated 6,000 children were injured in school bus-related incidents. More than half of the children killed were pedestrians. Many injuries happen when children are boarding or exiting the bus. A blind spot extends about 10 feet in front of the bus, obstructing the driver's view. Children are not aware of this blind spot and might mistakenly believe that if they can see the bus, the bus driver can see them. The Austin SAFE KIDS Coalition offers these important tips for school bus safety:
Back To School - School Bus Safety For more back to school safety tips for motorists, parents and children please see. Our Kids School Bus and School Zone Safety Page; Our School Bus Index http://www.nysgtsc.state.ny.us/bktoschl.htm
Extractions: Governor's Traffic Safety Committee It's "Back to School" time. School buses are back on the roads, and students are walking along the side of the road and waiting for buses. Please watch carefully for children near school buildings, in areas where school buses are traveling or where there are signs for school zones or bus stops. Remember that if you are approaching a school bus from either the front or behind, and it's yellow lights are flashing, the bus is preparing to stop. If the buses red lights are flashing, YOU MUST STOP It's the law! This includes school buses that are: NOTE: The only exception to this law is if the bus driver or a police officer signals that you may pass the bus. PENALTIES FOR PASSING A STOPPED SCHOOL BUS By Conviction Minimum Fine Maximum Fine Possible Imprisonment First Conviction Up to 30 days Second Conviction
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Tip Of The Week Riding the Bus? back to school safety Tips Although it is only August, students are heading back to school, and many of them are getting there by taking a http://www.calcas.com/uc/about/ViewSlot.asp?slot=MPTIP&title=Tip of the Week
Girl S Accident Shines Light On School Safety - 9/7/04 back to school safety. Girl s accident shines light on school safety. Caution urged after pedestrian hit on I94. By Charles E. Ramirez, and Edward L. http://www.detnews.com/2004/schools/0409/07/c01-265323.htm
Welcome To Adobe GoLive 4 A colorful game and activities booklet for elementary school children covering bicycle, pedestrian, school bus and passenger car safety issues. http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/people/outreach/kidsPage/bussafety/bckschool_safely/
Welcome To Adobe GoLive 4 A colorful game and activities booklet for elementary school children covering bicycle, pedestrian, school bus and passenger car safety issues. http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/people/outreach/kidsPage/bussafety/bckschool_safely/ind
Back-to-School Safety Tips Use this list to keep your kids safe at home, at school, and at play. http://www.familyeducation.com/article/0,1120,1-8852,00.html
Extractions: Each year, more than 200,000 kids are treated in U.S. hospital emergency rooms for playground-associated injuries. Most of these injuries occur when a child falls from the equipment. Take a look at the surfaces of your local playground. There should be a 12-inch depth of wood chips, mulch, sand, or pea gravel, or mats made of safety-tested rubber or fiber material. (This surface will prevent possible head injuries in case a child falls.) Bike Helmets Since a growing number of kids are riding their bikes to school, make sure your kids always wear their helmets. All bike helmets manufactured or sold in the U.S. are required to meet federal safety standards. Helmet use can reduce the risk of head injury by up to 85 percent. There is one exception: Kids shouldn't wear bike helmets when playing especially on playground equipment. Backpacks Textbooks, notebooks, lunch, toys... how much weight is your child toting back and forth each day? Take the load off your child by following these backpack safety
Back-to-School Safety Checklist When you drop off your child at school, make sure these hidden hazards aren t awaiting your child. http://www.familyeducation.com/article/0,1120,20-2617,00.html
Extractions: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission When you drop off your child at school, use this checklist to make sure these hidden hazards aren't waiting to cause injury or death. Drawstrings on Jackets and Sweatshirts There should be no drawstrings on hoods or around the neck. Drawstrings at the waist or bottom of jackets should extend no more than three inches to prevent catching in car and school bus doors or getting caught on playground equipment. Loops on Window Blind Cords Cut the loop and attach separate tassels to prevent entanglement and strangulation in window blind cords. One child a month strangles and dies in the loop of a window blind cord. Bike Helmets Buy a helmet that meets one of the safety standards (U.S. CPSC, Snell, ANSI, ASTM, or Canadian), and insist that your children wear the helmet each time they ride their bikes. About 900 people, including more than 200 children, are killed annually in bicycle-related incidents, and about 60 percent of these deaths involve a head injury. More than 500,000 people are treated annually in U.S. hospital emergency rooms for bicycle-related injuries. Research indicates that a helmet can reduce the risk of head injury by up to 85 percent. Soccer Goals Make sure that the athletic director or the custodian anchors the soccer goals into the ground so that the soccer goal will not tip over and crush a child.
Metra Back-to-School Safety Campaign Welcome to Chicago Metra Railroad s Information Center. Metra is the worlds finest commuter rail agency. http://www.metrarail.com/Saftey/
Extractions: Safety is Metras number one priority. And as another school year is upon us, Metra is once again taking a proactive approach in reminding students and parents about the importance of railroad safety. We hope to reach as many people as possible by continuing public awareness activities, and we welcome and appreciate any active involvement and support in this effort. There is a need for reinforcement of safety messages because todays children are besieged by conflicting messages from their friends, videogames and television. Therefore it is critical to keep safety at the forefront of their minds.
MN Safety Council BACK-TO-SCHOOL SAFETY backTO-school safety Try to choose routes where school safety patrols will be present. (Check with your school if you re not sure. http://www.mnsafetycouncil.org/facts/f-facts.cfm?FS=28&BAK=/crosswalk/index.cfm
Back-To-School Safety Checklist A checklist about safety issues for back to school time. http://familyinternet.about.com/library/safetydocs/blbacktoschool.htm
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CBS News | Back-To-School Safety Tips | August 14, 2003 11:41:01 backTo-school safety Tips. Escape school is an all-inclusive forum on child safety and he has trained over 80 other individuals to serve as Escape http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2002/08/23/earlyshow/living/parenting/main519691.
Extractions: Stuber founded the Escape School in 1997. Escape School is an all-inclusive forum on child safety and he has trained over 80 other individuals to serve as Escape School instructors throughout the U.S. and Canada. The forum deals with everything from abduction to water safety. In all situations, he promotes the reawakening of common sense. Research Route to School: Parents and kids together need to map out what route to take to school, and any alternate routes. In addition to feeling comfortable with the busy streets, etc., it's very important that parents know who lives along the child's path. Megan's Law requires that any person jailed for a sexual offense and then released be "registered" in the neighborhood where they live. This is public record and parents should utilize it by visiting the police station and researching the route to school.