The Child Accident Prevention Trust has provided the following advice:

 

Road safety: new normal, old rules

As traffic starts to build up again now lockdown is easing, how do we keep children safe around roads?

Here we share the simple rules families can follow:

Pedestrians

• Show young children you’re serious about them holding your hand near the road.
• It’s helpful to set a good example before you step off the pavement.

Cycling

• The simplest way to protect children (and yourself) is to wear a helmet every time, even if it’s a quick cycle around the block or down to the park.

Driving

• It is so worth slowing down in built-up areas or where you seeing children playing – it only takes a moment to take a life.

In cars

• Remember to use the right child car seat or booster seat for your child’s weight and height.

More safety tips

Keep in touch for more safety tips www.facebook.com/ChildAccidentPreventionTrust