ROAD SAFETYWhat are some safety measures

you think are important while operating a vehicle?

Auto Safety

Drivers have a responsibility to themselves, their families, their passengers, and others

Vehicular Safety – obeying the rules of the road, using common sense, and good judgment

What does common sense and good judgment mean to you?

Common Sense and Good Judgment

Pay attention to your vehicle Pay attention to other drivers Pay attention to road conditions Pay attention to your physical state Pay attention to your emotional state

Safety Measures

No drag racing or stunts NEVER alcohol or other drugs No cell phone Be a defensive driver

Driver who is aware of potential hazards and reacts to avoid them.

Bicycle and Skating Safety

Wear a helmet and other protective equip.

Ride with traffic Watch for others Obey the rules of the road Use signals when turning Proper lighting for night riding If you begin to fall, curl up into a ball and

roll

Dirt Bikes and ATV’s

Be aware of potential hazards Wear proper helmet and eye protection Be cautious in wet conditions No extra riders unless they are protected

and have a designated seat Don’t grab onto other objects or vehicles Never on paved roads or streets

Homework

A bicycle helmet should be brightly colored so that motorists can see the cyclist clearly

A properly fitting helmet should cover the top of the forehead and have straps that prevent it from shifting or falling off.

A helmet should be certified by the Snell Memorial Foundation or approved by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)

Use the information above and reliable print and online resources to research the safest bicycle helmet on the market. Provide the name of manufacturer, model, cost, and explain why.