Cycle safety training for adults taking place around Oxfordshire

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Cyclists are being encouraged to sign up for a free training sessions designed to build confidence and improve safety awareness, particularly on the approach to roundabouts and at busy junctions.

The two hour adults cycling with confidence training sessions are being run by Oxfordshire County Council’s Fire and Rescue Service and are taking place:

3 July, 10am - 12 noon at Didcot Fire Station
11 September, 10am - 12 noon, at Seacourt Park and Ride in Botley, Oxford
13 September, 10am - 12 noon, at Kidlington Fire Station
26 September, 10am - 12 noon, at Bicester Fire Station
17 October, 10am - 12 noon at Thame Fire Station
7 November, 10am - 12 noon at Redbridge Park & Ride in Oxford.

They can be booked by emailing:

roadsafety.education@Oxfordshire.gov.uk

The session is practical. Participants should come with their bike, safety helmet and appropriate clothing.

Andy Ford, from Oxfordshire County Council’s Fire and Rescue Service’ community safety team, said: “Cycling is a great way to exercise and is an environmentally friendly form of transport. However, it is important that anyone using their bike is familiar with the Highway Code and the safety critical dos and don’ts, particularly on busy main roads and at junctions.”

Safety advice is also available on Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service’s website

Cycle Safety | 365Alive including:

Cycle at least half a metre from the kerb to avoid drains and gutters.
Never pass nearside between traffic and the pavement especially close to junctions, particularly when there are large vehicles where the driver may not have seen you in their wing mirrors.
Do not ride on the pavement, except where it is designated as a cycle path. Where this is provided, moderate your speed and take care when passing pedestrians and give way at junctions.
If a road junction is busy, do not feel you have to continue cycling. You can always get off, push your bike, or walk on the pavement.
Do not weave in and out of traffic or change direction suddenly without signalling.
Give pedestrians priority when necessary.
Use your bell to inform other road users of your presence. Fit a bell if your bicycle is not fitted with one.
If you are not confident cycling in moving traffic you may want to consider further cycle training.
Wear a cycle helmet, high-visibility clothing or accessories.

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