Ten people have lost their lives on Logan's roads this year

Some of these lives were lost on local roads, with fatal crashes occurring on Stockleigh Road and the Beaudesert-Beenleigh Roads in recent weeks.

Mayor Darren Power had some strong words to say on the matter, and said unless driver attitudes change the city would be in for a difficult year.

"Every life is precious and every serious crash or fatality has a ripple effect across the community," Cr Power said.

"We've lost too many lives already this year, we can't afford to see more lives and livelihoods destroyed on our roads.

"Please slow down, drive to the conditions and steer well clear of the Fatal Five."

The council says many of the crashes involved the Fatal Five, which are speeding, not wearing a seatbelt, distracted driving, drink and drug driving and fatigue.

Infrastructure Chair Councillor Teresa Lane said safe driving was even more important as children begin heading back to school.

"With school coming back and kids excited to see each other, it's time to slow down, take extra care on the roads and stick to the speed limits," Cr Lane said.

Local motorists can expect an increased police presence, as the Queensland Police Service will be increasing patrols as school holidays end and the next school term begins.

Police officers and Transport Inspectors from the Department of Transport and Main Roads will also continue to target caravans for correct travelling weights, and they will also continue to focus on motorcyclist safety.

The council is also continuing its SafeRoads4Logan partnership with the police, the Department of Transport and Main Roads, Queensland Health, RACQ and Queensland Motorways.

The program's current goal is to reduce the number of serious road crashes in Logan by 10 per cent, and includes initiatives such as portable speed advisory signs, driver education and adopting safe road designs.