Here in the Portland Metro area and across the nation, school is officially back in session!

As a family company, we here at Sutherland Plumbing would like to remind all of our followers to please drive safely.

Here are a few tips to help keep you, your family, your neighbors and your community safe:

• Carefully read and follow all traffic safety signals and signs.

• When in a school zone please take extra precaution to closely obey the reduced speed requirements.

• When in a school zone, please DO NOT speed-up until you are completely out of the school zone.

• DO NOT text, email or instant message under any circumstances while driving. If it’s that important – pullover to a safe place before using your phone.

• Even if you’re on a phone call using a hands-free device, please be aware that your attention is still distracted and be extra cautious while using the hands-free device.

• This time of year, there are many kids around, even outside of school zones and school hours. Please be careful even while driving outside of school zones and/or school hours.

• If in doubt – SLOW DOWN!

Let’s all work together to keep our kids safe. Drive with extra caution and safety this school season!