Sale police are launching a safety blitz this weekend after 15 men were caught brawling in the carpark of a Sale service station early last Sunday morning.

Police said they were forced to use capsicum spray and foam to subdue the men and one man was arrested for being drunk.

Senior Sergeant Henry Van Andel said police wanted the community to know Sale was a safe place to be.

"After last weekend, we want to send reassurance and the message to the community that Sale is safe,'' Snr Sgt Van Andel said.

He said police would have a "highly visible'' presence in Sale and surrounding communities during the weekend.

According to Snr Sgt Van Andel, police encouraged people to enjoy themselves while at local licensed venues, but to do it responsibly.

"We work closely with the Wellington Central Liquor Accord and it seems what's underpinning all the problems we're having is responsibility.

"It's the responsible serving and consumption of alcohol.''

Snr Sgt Van Andel said police were working hard to deal with the issues that often led to alcohol-fuelled violence.

"There are complex social problems involved and when you mix it all up, this (violence) is what we're getting,'' he said.

"The community is sick of it.

"It's sending the wrong messages out - Sale is not like Melbourne.

"People need to learn to have respect for other people, their property and their opinions.

"But if you play up, expect to be dealt with.''