With classes set to start in just over two weeks, Special Constable Rob Cleveland dropped by 102.9 CHTM with some tips on safety and behaviour.

Students are advised to keep to sidewalks when on the way to school wherever possible and to cross at crosswalks or at the street corners.

Drivers are advised that 30-kilometre speed limits in school zones go into effect on September 1st and run through to June 30th.  The exception is by R.D. Parker Collegiate, where the limit is 50-kilometres an hour.

Cleveland also advises against distracted driving.

“Our drivers are also being distracted being on their cellphones even though they try to hide it. That could potentially lead to injury and accidents happening. A fine of $672 for the first time around and you lose your license for three days, after that it’s ten days and double the fine.”

As well, he warns students against being distracted by their phones while walking.

He says they should be aware of what’s happening around them for their own safety.

For the full interview catch Thompson Today at 12:40 and 5:10.