Ithaca College

Biking can be an enjoyable and healthy way to be engaged. It is important to keep your cycling fun by taking all necessary safety precautions. Here are some helpful tips:

BE PREDICTABLE!

·         Drive your bicycle with traffic, not against it.

·         When safe, use the right side of the road at all times. Use the shoulder or the bike lane when possible.

·         Use hand signals when turning.

·         Obey traffic signs and signals.

·         Bicyclists are more likely to be seen by other motorists if they behave like motorists. Do everything other motorists are doing!

BE SEEN!

·         Don't assume a motorist has seen you.

·         Establish eye contact.

·         Act under the assumption they are unaware of your presence.

·         Use a headlight and taillight when driving at night. Use front and rear reflectors, spoke reflectors and pedal reflectors.

·         Wear light colored clothing.

·         Use your horn, bell, and/or voice to make your presence know to other drivers.

BE CAREFUL!

·         Avoid road construction, congested traffic, and complicated intersections.

·         Routinely check your bicycle's tires, brakes and safety equipment to be sure they are in working order.

·         Be observant: look behind you and all around you.

BE SMART!

·         Wear a helmet! Helmets save lives!

·         A helmet only works properly if it is buckled and fits properly.

·         Do not ride a bicycle while wearing earphones. You will not be able to hear upcoming traffic or pedestrians.

BE INFORMED!

·         Know the rules of the road and all the precautions that can be taken to ensure your safety and the safety of others.

This information was provided by SafeNY. For more information please visit:  http://www.safeny.ny.gov/bike-ndx.htm#Tips

                                                                                    
Don’t forget to sign up for the Bike Safety Lunch and Learn on Thursday, May 19th from noon - 1:00pm in the Peggy R. Williams Center, HR Conference Room G-52. Come join us for this fun and informative workshop with Speaker Kim Conrad from the AIDS Ride for Life group. RSVPs are appreciated. Please call 4-8000 or e-mail benefits@ithaca.edu to RSVP.

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations should contact Alison Bowman in Human Resources at abowman@ithaca.edu or x4-8000. We ask that requests for accommodations be made as soon as possible.

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