Police will be out in force throughout the weekend as part of Operation Slow Down.

The loss of double demerits for all speeding, seatbelt and motorcycle-helmet offences start at midnight Thursday and will continue until 11.59pm on Monday, October 5. 

People heading away for a weekend break, or returning from holidays, are also reminded to manage fatigue.

“Driving while you are tired is definitely a ‘no try’ as you are more at risk of a being involved in a crash,” ­traffic and highway patrol command Assistant Commissioner John Hartley said.

“Driver Reviver stations are operating across NSW and whether it is at one of these sites or a favourite picnic stop, taking a break from the road every couple of hours is critical. 

“Slow down, leave room between your car and the one in front of you and don’t become impatient as delays on holiday weekends are inevitable.”