Bicycle safety

High school (ages 12+)
Safety & Emergency

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/bicycle-safety

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the primary causation of fatalities?The overwhelming majority of bicycle-related fatalities result from collisions with motor vehicles
2. What should I wear to stay safe when I bike?Wear a helmet to protect your head if you fall or hit something. Use front and rear lights and reflective clothing, especially at night, to make yourself more visible.
3. Why do bike lanes help keep me safe?Bike lanes separate cyclists from fast cars, so there is less chance of a collision. They make roads safer for everyone.

Risk Mitigation Strategies: Proactive measures and policies designed to reduce the probability and impact of hazardous events.
Traffic Calming: Urban planning techniques used to slow down or reduce traffic, improving safety for pedestrians and cyclists.
Defensive Riding Techniques: Cycling practices that involve anticipating potential dangers and maintaining a safe position relative to other road users.