POLICE will target parents and guardians during drop-off and pick-up times at schools in response to rising complaints about dangerous driving in school zones.

Sgt Rod Anderson, Officer-in-Charge of Traffic Operations, said children are our most vulnerable road users because their unpredictability exposes them to the highest risk when around traffic.

“When dropping off or picking up children, parents and guardians are reminded that they must not obstruct other traffic, or park illegally because these offences compound traffic problems and hazards around schools, causing dangerous situations for children,” Sgt Anderson said.

“Children are not as aware as adults of possible dangers. When people double park or park on dividing strips, it restricts the child’s line of sight and other motorists. Due to the height of children they are often not seen by motorists until it is too late.

“We don’t want to knock on your door to tell you that your child has been injured or killed because another parent or guardian was not obeying the road rules.”