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School children and road safety<br />
Children are taught about being safe on the roads<br />
from a very young age and generally they are<br />
observant of the rules, but the most high risk<br />
group for road accidents is secondary school ages<br />
(11-16). This is because although children are<br />
given necessary information about staying safe, it<br />
can be difficult to remember to put it into<br />
practice and be properly aware of the danger of<br />
vehicles and their surroundings. A collision can<br />
happen at any time to any child, whether it be a<br />
pedestrian or cyclist.<br />
There are many ways accidents can be prevented<br />
on the way to and from school so you can be safe<br />
and confident while out and about.<br />
Advice for pedestrians-<br />
• Make sure to always cross where you are visible to cars: don't run across but just<br />
walk quickly and never cross in between cars, on bends or anywhere the whole<br />
road is not visible<br />
• Ensure you look both ways when crossing and listen for oncoming traffic<br />
• Don't be distracted when walking by your phone or listen to loud music<br />
Advice for cyclists-<br />
• Make sure you are dressed so you can be seen in the dark (bright reflective<br />
clothing)<br />
• Always wear a helmet when you ride your bike to protect your head in case you<br />
fall off<br />
• Ensure your bike is properly safety checked and tyres are fully pumped, brakes are<br />
sufficient etc<br />
• Make sure you signal to drivers and other cyclists if you are going to make a turn<br />
Stay safe on the roads!<br />
By Emily Spencer-Hedges<br />
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