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Bikeways - Townsville City Council

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cycling rules<br />

rules for cyclists<br />

>> Wear an approved helmet and keep<br />

fastened at all times<br />

>> A child being carried in a baby seat must<br />

also wear a helmet<br />

>> Obey all traffic/road rules<br />

>> Doubling is not permitted<br />

>> Secure all luggage that is carried<br />

>> Give hand signals before turning left or<br />

right<br />

>> Keep at least one hand on the handle bars<br />

at all times<br />

every Bike must be fitted with:<br />

>> Brakes that are in good working condition<br />

>> Red reflectors and tail light<br />

>> A bell to notify pedestrians of you<br />

approaching<br />

>> A head light to allow for night riding<br />

smart riding<br />

>> Ensure proper size and function of bike<br />

>> Protect your head and wear a helmet<br />

>> Be predictable and be visible at all times<br />

>> Learn and follow the road rules<br />

>> Ride with care and share the road<br />

>> Stay focused and alert<br />

>> Always carry a bicycle lock<br />

sharing pathways safely<br />

cyclist tips<br />

>> Keep left at all times<br />

>> Give way to pedestrians<br />

>> Control your speed<br />

>> Pass on the right and with care<br />

>> Sound your bell as you are approaching<br />

pedestrians<br />

>> Slow down if path is crowded<br />

>> Use front and rear lights when riding at<br />

night<br />

>> Scooters and skateboarders must give way<br />

to cyclists and pedestrians<br />

pedestrian tips<br />

>> Don’t block the path, keep as far left as<br />

possible<br />

>> Keep dogs on a short leash<br />

>> Tell a responsible person where you are<br />

going and your expected time of return<br />

>> Beware of cyclists and other wheeled<br />

recreational devices around you<br />

For more information on bicycle and pedestrian safety, visit the Queensland Transport website at<br />

www.transport.qld.gov.au.

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