To maximize your safety, always wear a helmet and follow the rules of the road. The bcm promotes bicycling for transportation, health, recreation, and fun to enhance our communities, environment, and economy. Educating students on the safety of walking and bicycling can be an important part of a school districts curriculum. The bcm offers the bicycle safety education program, bicycle safety teacher training, and bicycle safety and the law training for police as part of a contract with the maine department of transportation. This booklet provides bicyclists and pedestrians the information needed to stay safe while sharing the road with motorists. This fun activity uses bicycle handle bar graphics to teach basic bicycle safety skills. Bicycle safety education literature and safety materials. Lets walk to school is a pedestrian safety coloring and activity book that. Review existing pedestrian safety campaign materials submitted 12302. Department of transportation federal highway administration and national highway traffic safety administration and maintained by the pedestrian and bicycle information center within the university of north carolina highway safety research center.
Make regular visits to your local bicycle shop for mechanical tuneups. Most young children are unable to make safe choices in traffic situations. A mechanic can advise you on what service your bicycle. Before you head out on a bike, learn the rules of the road, helmet information and safety tips for cyclists of all ages. Make sure all equipment on the bicycle is in working order brakes, gears, tires, etc. Discover the best childrens cycling books in best sellers. Sharing the road with pedestrians booklet walking for recreation. This page offers some resources to help you get the most out of your biking or walking activities, while doing them as safely as possible. If you acquire a secondhand or used bicycle, take it to a bicycle shop for a safety check. Bicycle and pedestrian safety abc bundle by kidz learning. We will work for better roads, trails, and facilities for walking and bicycling. An method of providing shortterm bicycle parking by installing bicycle. Individuals bicycling on roadway shoulder, courtesy of pedestrian and.
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The following definitions and terminology are taken from official guidance documents, such as the 2012 american association of state and highway transportation officials aashto guide for the development of bicycle facilities. Bicycle safety week is a weeklong event for communities across the province of saskatchewan to participate in promoting bicycle safety for children and youth. Osha and niehs will continue to update this booklet powerpoint. Always wear a properly fitted helmet and securely fasten the strap. About sixty percent of all bicycle rider fatalities are the result of head injuries. Texas guide to safe bicycling safety tips for bicycling in texas texas department of transportation bicyclepedestrian program. It has been prepared by mdot, in coordination with multiple state agencies, and other community and regional. While this booklet is in the public domain, and may be copied freely, please credit the. There should be 1 to 2 inches between the rider and the top tube bar if using a road bike and 3 to 4 inches if using a mountain bike. This webpage contains curriculum and lesson plans on bicycle and pedestrian safety education that can be used in the classroom, camp or recreation class.
The saskatchewan prevention institute encourages and supports the participation of local groups and individuals in the activities of bicycle safety week. This is a far cry from normal bicycle safety guides, which usually tell you little more than to wear your helmet and to follow the law. This booklet provides bicyclists with the information needed. This also means yielding to pedestrians who have already entered a crosswalk. Safe riding tips before using your bicycle, make sure it is ready to ride. Essays on how to overhaul various parts of your bike. Children younger than 10 years should ride on a sidewalk or bicycle path instead of the street.
When walking or riding your bicycle on a sidewalk or along a crosswalk, you must obey all. More people will be walking and riding their bikes to conserve fuel, for exercise, and for fun. Bicycle safety activity kit tennessee highway safety office. The top bicycle safety rules and the rules of the road. Do a quick bicycle test check your brakes and your wheels.
We work towards these goals by supporting implementation of the oregon bicycle and pedestrian plan, developing walking and bicycling safety and education materials, funding projects that improve conditions for walking and biking, providing planning and design guidance for pedestrian and bicycle projects, and staffing the oregon bicycle and. For more guidance on fitting a helmet, see the national highway traffic safety administrations fitting your bike helmet. This bicycling safety guide explains the rules of the road, provides tips about biking and. Helmets appropriate for bicycling should be worn by everyone adults and children on every bike ride regardless of length of the ride. Bicycle riders also say that they do not think about the importance of bicycle helmets or safe bicycling habits, nor about the need to protect themselves from injury, particularly if they are not riding in traffic. Acknowledgments maryland department of transportation. Standardized surface feature built in, or applied to, walking surfaces or other elements to warn pedestrians with vision impairments of hazards. This manual condenses and paraphrases language in arkansas statutes and also provides safety advice not included in the law.
Safety and health awareness for oil spill cleanup workers osha has partnered with the national institute of environmental health sciences niehs in publishing safety and health awareness for oil spill cleanup workers. Federal highway administration pedestrian safety countermeasures education. Assure bicycle readiness is your bicycle properly adjusted. Osha publications brochuresbooklets occupational safety. I dont know about youbut one of my biggest worries when my son was small was his safety when walking to and from school or when riding h. Order copies of brochures, cds and other resources safety. The san francisco bicycle coalition offers free bike education classes to help cyclists become safe and confident urban cyclists for both beginning and more experienced riders.
One of the first steps in teaching children about bicycle safety is to be a role model practice what we preach. Wearing a helmet will do absolutely nothing to prevent you from getting hit by a car. No amount of bicycle safety equipment can adequately protect a. Since everyone is traveling in the same direction and at lower speed, crashes are. Bicycle safety learning about preventing bicycle accidents is not exclusively for children, adults can also benefit from many of our bicycle safety materials. Form a neighborhood biking group with one or two adults or older kids. One of our star badges involves being safe at home, knowing safety rules for answering the door, the phone, etc. Spanish, arabic, and asian language bicycle safety resources.
Sharing the road with pedestrians adot bicycle and. One of the first steps in teaching children about bicycle safety is. An illustrated vintage bicycle safety manual circa 1969 brain pickings velo cargo. Kids and bicycle safety national highway traffic safety. Be cool follow some basic safety tips when you ride. This coloring and activity book delivers both essential bicycle safety tips and activities that connect children with the fun and joy of biking.
Children should walk their bicycles while crossing streets. But it is important to remember that a bicycle is not a toy. All bicycle riders and passengers under age 16 are required by florida law to wear a helmet. The best way to avoid injury is by being prepared for the dangers that streets pose to bicycle riders and by obeying the rules of the road. No amount of bicycle safety equipment can adequately. The short time it takes to read this booklet and practice what you have learned can provide you a lifetime of safe bicycle riding. The saskatchewan prevention institute encourages and supports the participation of local groups and individuals in. Parents who are aware of safety precautions can make life safe for themselves, and pass on that knowledge to their children by their example and instruction.
The bilingual edition of this colorful, informative bicycle safety poster is a fun way to reinforce the important child bicycle safety information presented in the im safe. Building a world class network over the next 5 years, we will support and encourage the development of bicycle and pedestrian planning in communities across missouri. Cycling is a fun and healthy activity, its a lowcost way to get around, and its good for the environment. The plan lays out a vision for improving safety, examining existing conditions, and. There are other badges that the cubs need to know about safety symbols, etc. Arizona certainly offers more than its fair share of biking and walking opportunities. Fars data fta manual on pedestrian and bicycle connections to. Safety basics top bicycle safety rules and the rules of the road. Tips for bicycle safety parents, guardians, and kids safe riding tips before riding, make sure you, your family, and the bicycles are ready to ride. Scary statistics on pedestrian safety in crosswalks. Lets bike there is a bicycle safety coloring and activity book that provides 16 pages of fun and engaging drawings, safety tips and activities to encourage safe biking to school and elsewhere. The 2012 national survey of bicyclist and pedestrian attitudes and behavior is the second survey on this topic conducted for the national highway traffic safety administration nhtsa.
Students will have fun working their way through the booklet and learning import. Parents and caregivers of elementary school children arabic asian languages. Students will have fun working their way through the booklet and learning important safety practices at the same time. In partnership with the maine department of transportation, the bicycle coalition of maine provides staff support and resources. The bicycle safety road safety audit guidelines and prompt lists provides transportation agencies and teams conducting an rsa with a better understanding of the needs of bicyclists of all abilities. Getting there cornell bicycle and pedestrian homepage. Pedestrian safety safe walking tips the safest route to school walking safety safety matters what to do when your vehicle breaks down freeway driving get a grip how to go on snow and ice gas watchers guide your driving costs road rageaggressive driving join the aaa school safety patrol program street smarts. Make certain the helmet is certified by the consumer product safety commission. Bicycle and pedestrian safety florida department of. Motor vehicles should not speed up to pass bicyclists. Bicycle rules and safety links to more information on rules of the road and safety. Kids bike safety kids health site covers the basics.
We will work to create complete, connected networks of walkable. Bicycle and pedestrian safety bike and walking mainedot. If youre crossing a busy road, walk your bike across the street. A fun safety unit for kids which covers topics related to their main modes of independent travel walking and riding bicycle.
Make sure the seat and handlebars of the bicycle fit your child. The national highway traffic safety administration nhtsa has put together this bicycle safety activity kit to provide parents, caregivers, teachers, community leaders, and children with tools to learn the important basics about bicycle safety. Texas guide to safe bicycling the texas department of. If you must ride at night, wear reflective clothing and use flashing lights. Bicycle safety bundle for more bicycle safety activities. List of pedestrian and bicycle safety guides and resources. National bicycle safety network center for disease control bicycle safety information.
The lopifit bike is an innovative and a totally new way of moving and exercising. Bicycle riding is fun, healthy, and a great way to be independent. Visit your local bicycle shop and try different typesstyles to find the right fit and function. Included in the bicycle safety activity kit are games, along with instructions that you can present to the children, such as bingo, memory, word find, puzzles, etc. Learning and practicing the bicycle rules of the road is your responsibility. For more information, click here bike safety guides and resources including how to fit your helmet. Bicycle driving blog on a variety of topics touching bicycle safety. Pedestrian safety countermeasures education safety. Safe routes to school srts is an international movementand now a federal programto make it safe, convenient and fun for children to bicycle and walk to school. To better ensure that children understand bicycle safety and engage in lifelong bicycle safety behaviors, adults need to demonstrate the desired behaviors when cycling including wearing a helmet and following the rules of the road. Tips for bicycle safety, bike helmet requirements and rules for cycling in. This bundle has a bicycle or pedestrian safety activity for every letter of the alphabet. Training in bicycle repair and maintenance, with some online help on a couple repair and maintenance topics.
Make sure that quick release wheels are properly secured. The national safety council eliminates preventable deaths at work, in homes and communities, and on the road through leadership, research, education and advocacy. The bike is propelled by a 350w motor by a 48v 20 ah lithiumion battery which turns the treadmill while you walk. Stop, look and listen for motor traffic before proceeding across the road. Illinois bicycle rules of the road illinois secretary of state. Protect your head wear a helmet act like a car drivers are used to the patterns of other drivers. Remember, the trails are a shared public space safety and courtesy make for a positive trail experience for everyone. When routes are safe, walking or biking to and from school is an easy way to get the regular physical activity children need for good health. These two basic resources will help cyclists and motorists understand their responsibilities of sharing the road and include important safety tips. The indiana state police reminds motorists to be on the lookout for bicyclists and pedestrians, particularly children. Pedestrian and bicycle safety us department of transportation. You can help them play the games or you can teach them how to play and then let them play in groups. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon books best sellers. Pedestrian safety infographic distracted walking is now a big problem.
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