Whether you're travelling as a pedestrian (by foot), a cyclist (by bike) or as a passenger (by car), here are five key points
to help you be smart and safe on your journey:
- Find a safer place to cross
- Stop, look, listen and think
- Look out for hazards
- Traffic can be dangerous
- Set a good example.
- Always wear a seatbelt
- Don't distract the driver
- Get in and out of the car on the side away from traffic
- Never open doors while the car is moving
- Understand what "in-car safety" means.
- Never mess about
- Always wear protective gear (i.e. helmet, knee pads and elbow pads)
- Stay alert and watch for hazards
- Keep your bike maintained (check the lights, breaks, chain and tyres regularly and make sure it's the right height)
- Train to be a skilled cyclist.
