Bike Safety
Each year, bicyclists are killed or injured in New Jersey due to bicycle crashes. Many bicycle deaths result from bicycle-motor vehicle collisions. However, injuries can happen anywhere, including parks, bike paths and driveways, and often do not involve motor vehicles.
Head injury is the most serious injury type and the most common cause of death among bicyclists. The most severe injuries are those to the brain that cause permanent damage.
Northern NJ Safe Kids / Safe Communities attended the Pequannock Summer Camp on July 12 to highlight Bicycle Safety and wearing a helmet. Each child was fitted with a helmet and reviewed the safety tips below.
Safety Tips for Bicycle Riders.
- Obey all traffic Laws. In New Jersey, bicycles have the same rights and responsibilities as motor vehicles
- Ride on the right
- Obey all signals
- Travel no more than two abreast when traffic is not impeded
- Ride with traffic
- Wear an approved bicycle helmet.
- Make sure your bike in in good working order
For more information on bicycle safety go to www.preventionworks-nj.org