TRAFFIC SAFETY:

INTRODUCTION

The main objective of the police traffic safety division is to enhance the safe and expeditious movement of traffic and pedestrians throughout the township. This is achieved through the three basic elements of traffic safety- engineering, education and enforcement. The officers assigned to this unit are specially trained in many aspects of traffic safety some of which include, traffic crash investigation and reconstruction, police traffic engineering, vehicle occupant protection, police traffic control, and work zone safety.

PROGRAMS

Child Seat Inspection - Have your child passenger safety equipment inspected by one of our two NHTSA certified officers. Studies show that up to 90% of all child seats are improperly installed. Inspections are by appointment only and should take approximately 20 minutes per seat. Please call the Traffic Safety Division at 732-264-6565 ext. 117 for an appointment.

Speed Monitoring Trailer - The traffic bureau is pleased to announce the addition of a MPH Industries speed-monitoring trailer. Studies find that most motorists do not realize they are exceeding the speed limit. The trailer is designed to remind motorists of the local speed limit and advise them of their speed. It will be placed on a rotating basis in conjunction with the departments RADAR speed enforcement program on streets throughout the township. The trailer with its variable message board can also be used to advise motorists in times of emergency and for special events in the township.

DWI Patrol – The department through a grant provided by the NJ Division of Highway Traffic Safety has scheduled extra patrols that focus on the apprehension of intoxicated drivers. Patrols are scheduled throughout the year with emphasis during the holidays and other peak periods.

Go-Peds - Go-Peds are considered motorized vehicles under current motor vehicle regulations, therefore, they must be registered and insured and ridden by a licensed driver. The State of New Jersey is in the process of passing new legislation specifically prohibiting the use of Go-Peds on any street or highway. Until that time, officers will enforce the motorized vehicle laws currently listed in Title 39. Do not let your children ride Go-Peds on any street or highway. The Go-Ped will be impounded at your expense and summonses may be issued

USEFUL LINKS:
New Jersey Legislature Home Page NJ State Laws and Statutes
NJ Department of Law & Public Safety
NJDL&PS - Division of Highway Traffic Safety Home Page
National SAFE KIDS Campaign
PEOPLE - Traffic Safety and Occupant Protection- National Highway Traffic Safety
MEMBER – New Jersey Police Traffic Officers Association – Monmouth County Police Traffic Officers Association
NJ Association of Accident Reconstructionists
National Association of Professional Accident Reconstruction Specialists

You can email the Traffic Safety Division at HazletTraffic@mycomcast.com