Motorist in New Jersey and throughout the nation are asked to join a day-long effort on October 10, 2011, designed to increase awareness about safe driving behaviors and keep the New Jersey State’s roadway fatality free for one-day.
Known as : “PUT THE BRAKES ON FATALITIES DAY” the national initiative was designed to unify the country in moving toward zero fatalities for one full day by encouraging motorists to obey all traffic laws, including buckling up, every ride; driving the posted speed limit; avoiding distractions while driving; and always being safe and sober behind the wheel.
To support his effort, The Bloomfield Police Department will be stepping up enforcement of all traffic violations.
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Last year In New Jersey, 556 individuals lost their lives in motor vehicle-related crashes, down from 583 in 2009. The decline continues a four-year downward trend in motor vehicle fatalities and marks the lowest number of recorded motor vehicle deaths in the Sate since the 1940s.
“Clearly, this effort will go a long way in our continuing efforts to stem the tide of tragedies that occur every day on New Jersey’s roadways,” Chief Goul said. “Shining the spotlight on this one day can help create a; grounds wells of support for good driving behaviors that can carry over throughout the year.”
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“Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day not only raises awareness about the individual responsibility we have for our driving behaviors, but also engages drivers in making positive changes behind-the-wheel every day of the year,” Chief Goul added.
Additional information on the “Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day” is available by logging on to: www.brakesonfatalities.org.
