'Just One Life'
In partnership with Ribblesdale High School, Clitheroe, and the Emergency Services
Just One Life Brings Road Safety Message Home for Year 11 Pupils
Ribblesdale School's Year 11 pupils took part in the powerful "Just One Life" road safety event last week, aimed at educating young people about the potentially devastating consequences of dangerous driving.
Organised by school staff with the support of Clitheroe Rotary and delivered by Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service, Lancashire Constabulary, the Ambulance Service, and the Clitheroe Neighbourhood Police Team, the day featured presentations, videos and a realistic mock road traffic collision demonstration.
Emergency services highlighted the dangers of the so-called "Fatal Five" driving offences: speeding, drink and drug driving, failing to wear a seatbelt, mobile phone use, and careless driving. Pupils then witnessed a live rescue scenario on the school courts, where police, fire and ambulance crews responded to a simulated collision involving two young people.
Firefighters demonstrated specialist rescue techniques, cutting away vehicle doors, pillars and the roof to free casualties, while ambulance crews treated and transported the injured. The event provided a powerful insight into the lasting impact that road traffic collisions can have on individuals, families and communities.
Pupils also had the opportunity to speak with emergency service personnel about motorbike safety, vehicle laws and responsible road use.
Ribblesdale School thanked all the emergency services staff, volunteers and Clitheroe Rotary Club for their dedication in delivering such an important educational experience.
A school spokesperson said: "This invaluable experience brought road safety messages to life and encouraged our young people to make informed, responsible decisions. It reinforced the message that one decision can change lives forever."
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