Road safety near schools remains a top priority in Belgium, as recent police checks around the Straf! school in Beringen-Mijn have shown. On 2025-05-07 09:15:00, local authorities focused on ensuring drivers and passengers follow essential safety rules to protect young passengers and other road users.
- Police conducted safety checks near school Straf
- Focused on seatbelt, child seat, parking
- 23 violations recorded, immediate fines issued
- 16 drivers without seatbelts fined
- 7 cases of incorrect child seat use
- Unsafe rear seat transport led to fines
The controls targeted seatbelt use, proper child seat installation, and illegal parking. These measures are critical in reducing accidents and injuries in school zones. But how well are drivers adhering to these safety standards? And what does this mean for the wider community?
Find out the key results from these vital safety checks and what the police plan next to keep Belgian roads safer for children and families.
Why are these checks so important? They remind US that simple safety measures save lives, especially where children are involved. The police findings reveal common issues that need urgent attention:
- 16 drivers were caught not wearing seatbelts, risking serious injury.
- 7 cases involved incorrect or missing child seats, compromising child safety.
- Unsafe transport of passengers on the backseat without proper seating or belts was also noted.
Looking ahead, continuous enforcement and public awareness campaigns are essential. Are drivers ready to take responsibility? Ensuring every journey near schools is safe starts with each individual buckling up and following the rules.
