High crash numbers prompt 'stop means stop' campaign
27 November 2014
Failing to give way is the main cause of intersection crashes on Waipa roads. Police and Council will therefore be pushing the stop means stop' message to drivers over December.
Sergeant Warren Shaw says stop signs are there for a reason and drivers need to be reminded of the risks.
Over the last five years Waipa district has had eight fatal and 388 injury crashes at intersections. Drivers treating stop signs the same as a give way sign are putting themselves and others at risk. While it could save them a second, it could also cause a crash. It's simple - stop means stop.
During December, electronic signs will display safety messages at stop signs, reminding drivers of the risk, and the $150 fine they may receive if they fail to stop.
Roundabouts will also be targeted with electronic messages around use of indicators.
Using indicators is basic road communication, says Road Safety Co-ordinator Megan Jolly. People need to be communicating their intentions to other drivers at roundabouts as it helps with the flow of traffic.
Knowing the indicating and give way rules is a must, if you are unsure of the rules, they can be found in the road code or on the NZTA website.
For more information please contact Stephanie Slattery - 027 807 3478