Bicycle Safety
How to fit a cyclist's helmet: About one third of hospital emergency room visits for bicycle-related injuries involve head injuries. A bicycle helmet cannot prevent a crash, but can reduce head injuries and prevent permanent brain damage. To be effective, a bicycle helmet must be fitted correctly:- It must fit the head snugly. Use the foam fitting pads inside to customize the fit.
- It should be level and low on the forehead - two finger widths above the eyebrows.
- The front and back straps on each side should form a "V" just below the ear.
- The chin straps should be adjusted snugly (but not tightly); one should be able to slide two fingers between the strap and the chin or jaw.
Other Important Information:
- Utah Bicycle Laws: For the safety of all riders.
- Safety pointers:How to ride in traffic
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