Students aged 5 to 12 years old are at the greatest risk for pedestrian injury. The BCAA Road Safety Foundation School Safety Program addresses this issue by supporting:
Students to:
- Become safety ambassadors for their peers
- Develop strong teamwork and leadership skills
- Become responsible citizens who contribute to their communities
Students and families to:
- Be safe when crossing roads
- Take the safe route
- Choose active modes of travel to school
- Become more aware of road safety issues
Schools to:
- Decrease dangerous traffic congestion in the school zone
- Address environmental concerns due to vehicle exhaust
- Take an active role in road safety in their community
The BCAA RSF School Safety Patrol (SSP) Program guides and directs students, their families and schools to address road safety. Our program is part of the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) network of school safety patrol programs. The CAA is the largest sponsoring body of patrol programs in Canada. Their School Safety Patrol Program is recognized as an outstanding initiative for reducing injuries and deaths among 5-12 year olds.
A School Safety Patrol Program depends on people and organizations working together. These partners could include:
- School personnel
- Parents
- Police
- Parent advisory councils
- Community organizations
The BCAA RSF commends schools that operate a School Safety Patrol Program. However, the success of an SSP program relies on the students. The dedication and commitment of the students makes the program possible. Student safety patrollers deserve special thanks for their efforts.
