02/10/2026
It’s easy to think of a driveway as just another extension of the yard, but in reality, driveways, garages and carparks carry the exact same hazards as regular roads. Young children move fast, and even with modern reversing cameras, every vehicle has blind spots.
Swipe to learn 3 simple rules to help keep kids safe around driveways and carparks ➡️
Supervise: Always hold hands near vehicles, driveways and carparks. Double-check who is watching the kids before turning the key, or bring them inside the car with you if you’re home alone.
🚧 Separate: Treat driveways and garages like roads. Keep play areas completely fenced off and block access using self-closing gates and high door handles.
👀 See: Do a quick walk around your vehicle before driving off rather than relying on cameras and sensors alone, and teach children to wait in a designated ‘safe spot’ well out of the car’s path.
For additional driveway and carpark safety resources, head to www.kidsafevic.com.au/road-safety/driveway-safety