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three things proper equipment and bike

inspections, competency and knowledge, and last but just as important is skills or skill tests

Did you know that 6 out of 10 provinces have helmet laws?

• British Columbia — all cyclists

• Manitoba  — cyclists under 18

• Alberta — cyclists under 18

• Ontario — cyclists under 18

• Nova Scotia — all cyclists

• New Brunswick — all cyclists

• Newfoundland - all cyclists

• Prince Edward Island — all cyclists

SO WHAT DID YOU DO TO EDUCATE SOMEONE ABOUT BIKE SAFETY THIS YEAR?

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Did you talk with everyone you know about the ABC of Bicyles

A — Air

Before you ride your bike, be sure to check your tires to ensure they are properly inflated. Also

check your tires to ensure they are not worn, cracked or gouged.

B — Brakes, Bar & Bell

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• Brakes

If you have handlebar brakes, squeeze the brake levers to ensure they are working. Also

check the brake pads for wear and tear.

• Handlebar

Ensure your handlebar is set at the correct height. The key is setting the handlebar height

correctly so that you can ride comfortably without strain on your back, shoulders or wrists.

• Bell

Ensure you have a working bell so that you can communicate clearly to other road users.

C — Chain & Crank

• Chain

Check the chain to ensure it is secure and is not slipping from the gears. Also check to see if

it needs any oil.

• Crank

Run your bicycle through its gears to ensure you can shift gears easily and cleanly.

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1. Headset/Front Fork: Check that it turns freely and doesn't rattle.

2. Brakes: Check that the nuts on the brakes are tight. Brake pads should not touch the

rims unless you are squeezing the brakes. Brake levers should stop at least 2.5

centimetres from the handlebars when the brakes are fully applied.

3. Derailleur Movement: On derailleur bikes, try shifting through all your gears and make

sure your derailleur does not throw the chain off the sprockets.

4. Shift Levers: Derailleur levers should move easily only when shifting. A screw or

butterfly nut or similar device lets you adjust the movement of some types of shifter

levers.

5. Tires: If your bike has been sitting unused all winter, your tires will likely be soft or flat.

Inflate to the recommended tire pressure as shown on the tire.

6. Spokes: Check for and replace loose, bent or broken spokes.

7. Wheels: Make sure wheels are centred in the forks and not touching the brake blocks.

Check the rim for side-to-side wobbles and up and down hops by watching the wheel

spin past the brakes or frame. More than half a centimetre of wobble is cause for

concern.

8. Chain: The chain and sprokets on your bike play an important role in the transfer of

power from your legs to your wheels. When they collect dirt and grit, not only does it

slow you down, but they also wear out faster. Keeping your chain clean and lubricated

is one of the best ways to keep your bike working well.

Get your Teams to Totally fill in the single correct answers on these next question, and see

how they do in their STREET Sense regarding bike safety!

1. Is it OK to ride a bicycle while wearing headphones?

A. Never

B. Only on busy roads

C. Only on residential streets

2. Before entering a roadway, you should look:

A. Left

B. Right

C. Left, centre and right

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3. Your bicycle helmet should fit:

A. Snugly and cover your forehead

B. Loosely and cover your ears

C. Snugly and cover your ears

4. A low speed fall on a bike path can cause:

A. A brain injury

B. Cuts and bruises

C. All of the above

5. You should wear a helmet:

A. Every time you ride a bike

B. Only on busy roads

C. Only on bicycle paths

6. Before entering a roadway from a parking lot, you should:

A. Slow down

B. Speed up

C. Stop

7. You should observe the following at a four way stop.

A. The bicycle/vehicle that stops first should go first

B. Go first as soon as you arrive

C. Both bicycle/vehicle go at the same time

8. It’s important to check over your shoulder every time you:

A. Are going to change lanes

B. Are going to make a turn

C. All of the above

9. Visibility is important to staying safe on the road. Always make sure you have:

A. Good working lights and reflectors

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B. Light-toned clothing

C. All of the above

10. A bell is an important safety feature because:

A. It informs others you are passing

B. It keeps you from getting bored

C. It’s fun to play with

11. If a cyclist dismounts completely and is walking beside and pushing their bicycle:

A. They are considered by law to be a pedestrian

B. They are considered by law to be a vehicle

C. They are breaking the law

12. Stay well behind large vehicles because:

A. They may not like bicycles

B. They may not see you

C. They may want to back up

13. When riding:

A. Ride with your head down

B. Ride with your head up and look well ahead

C. Look mostly in your mirror

14. To make sure that cars see you:

A. Always enter the intersection either ahead of or behind the cars

B. Pull out in front of traffic

C. Always enter the intersection without stopping

15. When riding your bicycle:

A. Only signal on busy roads

B. Obey all traffic laws

C. Ride on the left side of the road

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16. Before entering an intersection, you should look:

A. Left

B. Right

C. Left, centre and right

17. Before turning right at an intersection, you should:

A. Look left

B. Look right

C. Shoulder check and look left and right

18. The ABC’s of bicycle maintenance are:

A. Air

B. Brakes, Bars and Bell

C. Chains and Crank

D. All of the above

19. When do most bicycle injuries occur?

A. Evening

B. Afternoon rush hour

C. Morning

D. None of the above

20. How many provinces have helmet laws?

A. 2

B. 4

C. 6

D. 10

21. Ride in a straight line at least how many metres away from parked vehicles?

A. 2

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B. 4

C. 1

D. 5

22. If the right curb lane is about to become a right-turn only lane and you wish to go straight:

A. Keep going

B. Stop

C. Shoulder check, signal and move to the adjacent through lane

23. To cross tracks safely, cross the tracks at a:

A. Right angle

B. Left angle

C. Centre

D. Do not cross

24. When riding your bicycle you should be:

A. Alert

B. Wary

C. Seen

D. All of the above

25. What is a common vehicle-bike collision?

A. Driver opening the car door

B. Driver turning left and right

C. Driver passing

D. All of the above

Talk with EVERYONE ABOUT. Be Alert, Be Wary, Be Seen

Be Alert

Scan ahead, center, left and right.

Be Wary

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Be wary of vehicles, pedestrians and other road users.

Be Seen

Use your horn, hand signals and light to be seen by other road users.

Ride with your head up and look well ahead

Never stare at the ground, you need to see what is coming up ahead in order to plan your

route.

One person per bike

Never ride with more passengers than the bike was designed for, otherwise you risk injury to

yourself and others.

Ride in single file

Keep your space to avoid hitting another bicycle.

Ride on the right side of the road (never ride against traffic)

Riding on the wrong side of the road is illegal and you could risk injury to yourself and others.

Riding in a group

When riding with a group, discuss the general route ahead of time. Agree on what you will do

when separated by traffic. Check local municipalities for any bylaws about group riding. In

Toronto, for example, cyclists are required to ride single file, except at red lights, where they

may temporarily pull up side-by-side. Be sure to contact a local cycling group or police station

for more information.

Choose a route

Plan where you want to go ahead of time and if possible avoid riding in peak traffic times or on

busy roads.

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Did anyone cover Hazards on the Road?

1. Uneven riding surfaces

Riding on an uneven riding surface can affect balance and is very dangerous. On rough

surfaces, a cyclist can easily lose balance and fall. So, when possible, always ride on

even surfaces.

2. Unknown or sharp objects on the road

Avoid riding across sharp or unknown objects. This helps you avoid a flat tire or losing

balance.

3. Unknown or slippery surfaces

Unknown or slippery surfaces are very hazardous when riding a bicycle. Loss of

traction can cause you to lose control of your bicycle and possibly hit the pavement

and be injured. It’s best to slow down and keep the bicycle as upright as possible.

AND HOW ABOUT THAT ROAD SKILL/OPERATOR SKILL OBSERVATION REVIEW?

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Practice Activity

Use of Equipment

1. Knows how to properly wear a helmet

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• Ensures helmet fits snugly

• Ensures helmet is positioned two fingers above the eyebrows to

protect the forehead

• Tightens the chinstrap with enough room to slide one finger

between the strap and the chin

2. Uses bell/horn to warn other cyclists or pedestrians that he/she

is passing

General

3. Rides on the right side of the road

4. Performs hand signals correctly

• Left Turn

• Right Turn

• Stop

5. Scans the road

• Looks at least one block ahead

• Looks for potential hazards on the road

• Looks left, centre, right prior to crossing intersections

Knowledge of Traffic Signs & Signal Lights

6. Comes to a complete stop for a ‘Stop’ sign

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7. Comes to a complete stop at a ‘Red’ traffic control signal light

8. Proceeds at a ‘Green’ traffic control signal light

Understanding of Road Rules

9. Understands how to enter the street from a driveway or alley

• Comes to a complete stop

• Looks left, centre and right

• Shoulder checks to ensure there are no other vehicles or

cyclists

• Hand signals

• Looks well ahead. When clear of vehicles and pedestrians and

safe to do so, proceeds to the appropriate lane

10. Understands traveling straight

• Looks well ahead

• Rides in a straight line

• Uses right-hand curb lane

• Rides one meter away from parked cars

11. Understands yield sign

• Slows down

• Scans the intersection left, centre and right

• Yields to other road users approaching the intersection or

already in the intersection

• Continues riding when intersection is clear and safe to do so

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12. Understands pedestrian right or way

• Comes to a full stop and yields the right of way to pedestrians

waiting to cross or crossing the street

• Waits until the pedestrian is clear of the crosswalk

• Scans left, centre and right for any other road users

• Proceeds through the intersection when safe to do so

13. Understands four-way stop

• Stops just before the stop line or crosswalk

• If more than one cyclist/vehicle arrives at the intersection, waits

for the cyclist/vehicle that stops first to go first

• If more than one cyclist/vehicle arrives at the intersection at the

same time, waits for the cyclist/vehicle on the right to go first

14. Understands changing lanes and passing

• Shoulder checks for gap in traffic to change lanes

• Hand signals

• Shoulder checks again to ensure safety

• Moves safely into lane

• Uses bell to alert other pedestrians, cyclists or vehicles on the

road of the pass

15. Understands right turn

• Scans left, centre and right

• Hand signals

• Shoulder checks right to ensure it is safe to turn and no vehicles

are present

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• Moves safely into next available lane and proceeds straight in

the right hand curb lane

16. Understands pedestrian left turn

• Rides straight through the intersection when safe

• Dismounts bicycle at the corner of the intersection and when

safe, walks bicycle across intersection

17. Understands left turning lane

• Scans left, centre and right

• Shoulder checks left to ensure there is no traffic behind

• Hand signals

• Shoulder checks left again to ensure it is safe to go

• Moves and positions bicycle just to the right of the centre line

and turns left when safe to do so

18. Understands pedestrian crosswalk

• Stops bicycle before entering the crosswalk

• Yields right of way to pedestrian

• Allows pedestrian to cross the street

• Before proceeding, scans left, centre and right to ensure there

are no other pedestrians crossing the crosswalk

• Shoulder checks to ensure it is safe to proceed

• Proceeds

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Drivers TOO have a part to play in keeping all road users safe. Here are some common vehicle-

bike collisions to be aware of and tips for drivers and cyclists on how to prevent them.

Turning Right

For Drivers

When turning right, check the curb lane and shoulder check on your right to ensure there are

no cyclists that you may cut off.

For Cyclists

When riding your bike, be on the lookout for vehicles than may turn wide at intersections.

Turning Left

For Drivers

Look ahead for any oncoming vehicle or cyclists. Check the crosswalk for pedestrians.

For Cyclists

When riding your bike, be on the lookout for vehicles that may be about to turn left.

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Passing

For Drivers

Cyclists need a meter on either side of them as a safety zone. Do not pass too close. Always

change lanes to pass.

For Cyclists

When being passed by a vehicle always watch that they don’t come into your lane too early

and be prepared to slow down or stop.

Opening Your Door

For Drivers

When opening your door, be on the lookout for cyclists and pedestrians. Always mirror and

shoulder check prior to opening your door.

For Cyclists

When riding on streets, be on the lookout for people sitting in parked vehicles that may open

the door as you are riding by.