Cycling and scooting is so much fun. When the weather is nice, more children are likely to be out and about.
When children are on their bikes and scooters, does everyone know how important it is that we use them safely?
Bicycles and Scooters
Check out our booklet below. It gives you lots of hints, tips & safety advice on how you can cycle smart.
Cycling is a fun and a healthy way of getting around. We encourage cycling (and scooting) in South Yorkshire. It is a great way to get to school, be with your friends and family and it is environmentally friendly.
Protective clothing
Make sure your helmet fits correctly and is not damaged. Make sure the straps are fitted around your chin properly and the helmet isn't too loose or too tight on your head.
Accessories
Remember to accessorise!
You can add reflective items and small accessories to your bike to help you to be seen. Remember to have a bell if you are riding around pedestrians.
Maintenance
To keep safe always make sure that your bike is well looked after.
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Air - make sure your tyres are pumped up correctly.
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Brakes - before you take your bike out make sure the brakes are working. You can check this by pushing your bike next to you and pulling the levers to see if it stops the wheels from moving.
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Chain - ensure your chain moves smoothly and it is still attached! Check that your pedals are also secure.
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Seat and lights - Make sure that your seat is at the correct height to ride safely and comfortably. Make sure your lights are fully charged on a regular basis or change the batteries regularly to make sure they will work when you need them.
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Gears - make sure that the chain and gears work smoothly.
FREE Training - Bikeability
As we encourage people to cycle in South Yorkshire, we want to make sure that through practical skills and training it can help you keep safer on the roads and make cycling an enjoyable experience
Who is entitled to FREE training?
Did you know that ALL primary schools in South Yorkshire are entitled to free safer cycling training? This is usually for year 6 children. Research shows that children who have completed Bikeability are better able to recognise and deal with hazards.
Even if you don't participate yourselves try and find out about it and ask if you can take some pictures to display on your notice board.
Who does the training involve?
Qualified instructors take the children through several steps of training to improve their skills and confidence to navigate the roads more safely. There are three different levels that you can pass. Click here for more information on national standard cylce training.
Even if your school doesn't do any cycle training there are many different things you could talk about to the children including safety equipment and cycle maintenance.
- Survey
- Assembly
- Competition
- Update your notice board
Just remember that if you need any resources or help with anything then get in touch with your JRSO Support Officer as they will have lots of things at their disposal.
Weblinks
Think Education - resources of children, teachers, parents and carers.
Tales of the Road - useful information for children along with activities.
Bikeability - information on increasing your cycle skills and confidence through training.
Cycle Savvy - keep your bike safe and secure
Highway Code - rules for cyclists on the government website (59-82)
Bike Register - make sure you record your bike on the national database, just in case