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Road Safety
Under the Highway Safety Code, you must...
Obey Road Signs and Traffic Signals
Cyclists must follow the same traffic rules as motorists.
Riding in the opposite direction of a one way street is prohibited because it is dangerous and increases the risk of accident.
Even if there is no traffic, you must bring your bicycle to a stop at a red light and stop sign. You must wait for the light to change to green before crossing an intersection.
You must yield the right of way to vehicles that are travelling in the lane you want to merge with.
Ride With the Flow of Traffic
... on the extreme right-hand side of the roadway because the risk of accident is greater if you ride facing traffic..
Ride Astride a Bicycle and Hold the Handlebars at All Times
Remember, public roads are not a place for circus acts.
Signal Your Intentions
Cyclists should signal their intentions well before making a turn to ensure that motorists can see them.
Mandatory hand signals:
Ride Single File in a Group
A maximum of 15 cyclists in single file can travel as a group..
Equip Your Bike with Mandatory Visibility Equipment
Many accidents can be attributed to the poor visibility of cyclists. This is a factor in approximately 20% of fatal accidents. That is why, under the Highway Safety Code, a bicycle must be equipped with reflectors to ensure cyclists can be seen by motorists.
Cyclists have a higher risk of being involved an accident at night; the death rate is 7%. Cyclists who ride in the evening or at night should equip their bicycle with the following, in addition to the required basic equipment:
- a white front headlight
- and a red light at the back.
Be Bright!
To make sure others can see you during the day or at night, wear light or brightly coloured clothing.
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