The Quinte Region Traffic Coalition’s Safe on 62 is back encouraging all motorists to drive safely this summer.
The QRTC is a partnership of Hastings Prince Edward Public Health, Belleville Police Service, OPP SAVE Team, East Region Highway Safety Division, Ministry of Transportation, and the Bancroft, Central Hastings, Lennox and Addington County, Prince Edward County, and Quinte West OPP detachments that aims to reduce the number of incidents resulting in injuries and deaths on roads, trails, and waterways in Hastings and Prince Edward Counties.
Partners in the initiative will work together to monitor the Highway 62 corridor.
Last year’s Safe on 62 saw eight enforcement partners lay 76 charges for offences like speeding, Class G1 driver unaccompanied by a qualified passenger, and failure to move over for an emergency vehicle.
Throughout the summer, the partners will continue to work to prevent the “big four” road safety issues that are the main contributors to motor vehicle collision injuries and deaths – distracted driving, alcohol/drug impaired driving, aggressive driving, and lack of seatbelt use.
The QRTC says vehicle collisions are preventable.
As you travel this summer, remember to:
Plan ahead for a safe ride home if you intend to use substances.
Always wear your seatbelt.
Put your phone/device away and out of reach while driving.
Follow the posted speed limits.
