School start: tips for a safe way to school in Wilhelmshaven

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With the upcoming schooling on August 10, many families face new challenges. The Wilhelmshaven/Friesland police inspection has important information for parents in order to make the way to school more secure and to draw attention to road traffic.

dangers in road traffic for first graders

The traffic situation is a special hazard for first graders. Dominik Tjaden, traffic safety consultant of the police, emphasizes that children are often recognized worse by drivers due to their lower field of vision and their height. Also, they are also not completely aware of how speeds can and cannot still locate noise properly. These circumstances make it necessary to pay attention to safety in road traffic.

preparation for the way to school

In order to make the way to school safer, parents should select the way to school early and practice together with their children. Tjaden recommends that the shortest way is not automatically the safest. Stress situations, such as late, increase the risk of inattentiveness. Therefore, it is advisable to open at home in time.

Methods for safety: yellow feet and the walking bus

An innovative project to support traffic safety is the "yellow feet" campaign. Here, small yellow footprints are attached to the sidewalks in the area of ​​schools in order to mark the way to school and to remind both children and drivers as caution. Tjaden emphasizes that these markings are particularly common in Friesland and that the children serve them as orientation aid.

Another proven concept is the "Walking Bus", in which children go to school together in groups. Accompanied by an adult, the children learn how they can safely and independently cope with their way to school. This model not only promotes security, but also social interaction between the children.

The role of parents: Enlightenment and caution

parents play a crucial role in the safe transportation of their children. Tjaden warns that many accidents happen when children get out of the car carelessly. It is important that parents make sure that the children always get out on the sidewalk side and show them the safe crossing. In addition, wearing clearly visible clothing in the dark is essential - reflective elements of school bags are a must.

Avoidance of parent taxis: Create alternatives

If the "parent taxi" is essential, parents should make sure not to park vehicles directly in front of the school. In Wilhelmshaven there are bring-off zones that are supposed to increase security in front of schools. However, optimal solutions would be carpools to reduce traffic and increase security for everyone.

conclusion: footpaths not only promote security

The schooling not only offers an opportunity to learn; It is also an opportunity for children to increase their independence. By walking to school, children not only benefit from movement and fresh air, but can also be better prepared for classes. Tjaden encourages parents to teach their children how they deal with public transport and thus promote active and responsible use of their way to school.

The traffic safety consultants of the Wilhelmshaven/Friesland police inspection are available for further information and individual advice.

- Nag