Bike Safety
 

Bicyles!


Safety Checks made on ..

Brakes ~ check they work !!!
Saddle ~ make sure the seat of the bike doesn't move
Chain ~ check it is oiled and moves freely
Lights ~ switch them on before travelling in the dark.
Tyres ~ Squeeze them to make sure they do not need re-inflating.
Stabillisers ~ are secure and not wobbly!

Before you ride off check ...

The Bike is the right size for you - on halfords.co.uk
Your helmet is on and fitted correctly.
You have a reflective jacket and working lights if travelling in the dark or half light.
That there's no dangly bits hanging from your clothes or bags.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

:magnet: Do you know who your setting's local ROAD SAFETY unit officer is ?
Your county Council website should contain contact details.

Their Web address will be ~ www.YOURCOUNTYNAME.gov.uk then use the search box and type ~ Road safety.

:magnet: Teaching your child to ride a bike
Good websites for teaching ideas

dad.info - teaching bike riding


Road safety paint and collage activities onsite


Please add on ..