Summer bike safety
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- Published on Thursday, August 14, 2014
By RCMP Media Relations
With summer in full swing, here are some bicycle safety tips to make all your journeys great.
鈥� Make sure you and your child wear a certified bicycle safety helmet.
鈥� Practice proper road safety skills.
鈥� Supervise your child to ensure they have good riding skills in traffic.
鈥� Keep your bike in good working condition.
鈥� Be visible. Wear bright-coloured clothing so motorists can see you.
鈥� If you鈥檙e riding in the evening or at night, ensure you have proper functioning reflectors and a light.
鈥� Make sure your bike fits you right. If you need help, visit a local bike shop.
And remember, in 水果视频 it鈥檚 the law that cyclists under 18 wear a properly fitted and fastened helmet. Parents or guardians are responsible for making sure children wear a bicycle helmet. Adults can be ticketed under The Highway Traffic Act if they don鈥檛 have a helmet on their child; teenagers between the ages of 14 and 18 can be fined directly or have to complete a bike helmet safety course.
