Did you know nearly HALF of teen drivers who died in 2020 crashes in the U.S. were unbuckled?
Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/seat-belts
Your teen started learning about driving long before you began thinking about learner’s permits, driving classes and teenage driving tips. Children watch their parents’ driving behavior from the back seat, learning how they interact with other drivers, obey traffic laws and avoid distractions.
Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/teens
It is illegal to pass a school bus that has stopped to load or unload students. Never pass on the right side of the bus, as this is where the children enter or exit.
Learn more: nhtsa.gov/road-safety/school-bus-safety
The City of Clinton Touch-A-Truck and Fire Safety Event will be held on October 21st, 2023 at Jaycee Park from 10AM til 2PM. Come explore Police Cars, Fire Trucks, Heavy Equipment and more!
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With an intermediate restricted license, you may not drive between the hours of:
A) 12am-9am
B) 7pm-2am
C) 9pm-4am
D) 11pm-6am
#TriviaTuesday
Speeding is a dangerous driving habit, no matter your age or experience behind the wheel. #SlowDownTN
Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/speeding
Take a few minutes to review transportation safety tips from @NHTSA. It’s important for all drivers, as well as parents and students, to understand school bus safety. 🚌
Learn more: nhtsa.gov/road-safety/school-bus-safety
Has a City Employee gone above and beyond their duties? Submit them for the Employee of the Quarter.
http://clintontn.net/employee.html
Despite what they may say, your teens are paying attention and you remain their biggest influence, especially since you hold the keys to the car — literally. With that in mind, the theme for Teen Driver Safety Week is the five rules of the road parents and teens should discuss and agree on to ensure safe passage for their teen driver.
Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/teens
There are good times to use your phone…and times when you definitely should not. Like driving, for example. #HandsFreeTN
Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/distracted-driving
Children wait at least several feet away from a bus and often cross the street when they’re boarding or getting off the bus. This is why it’s vital to stop for school buses, and don’t attempt to pass.
Learn more: nhtsa.gov/road-safety/school-bus-safety
During #TeenDriverSafetyWeek, take time to review safe driving rules with your parents and do some research on your own.
Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/teens
National Motorcycle Ride Day
Due to their size, motorcycles are in a more vulnerable position on the road. Always #LookTwice and leave more following distance for everyone’s safety!
Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/motorcycles
Luck has nothing to do with a safe ride home. If you choose to drink this weekend (or any day at all!), choose a designated driver or rideshare! #DriveSober
Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/impaired
Drivers and pedestrians: Put down the phones and focus on the road!
Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/bike-ped
Teens will inherit their parents driving habits. Set the example you would want them to follow if you were in the passenger seat!
Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/teens
There are restrictions for drivers with an intermediate license. Without supervision, how many passengers under 21 may ride with you?
A) One
B) Two
C) Three
D) None
#TriviaTuesday
You use your ears out on the road, too! Using headphones or earbuds can cause distractions when you are driving or walking. Zoning out and not paying attention to your surroundings is dangerous not just for you, but those around you as well. #FocusOnTheRoad
Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/bike-ped
You never know who you’ll meet in the crosswalk. Pedestrian safety is
a shared responsibility, so let’s work together to keep everyone safe.
Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/bike-ped
The City of Clinton Touch-A-Truck and Fire Safety Event will be held on October 21st, 2023 at Jaycee Park from 10AM til 2PM. Come explore Police Cars, Fire Trucks, Heavy Equipment and more!
