Pedestrian
Bike
Helmet
ATP Pacific
100
Before stepping off the curb and entering the street, you should...
Look both ways (left, right, left).
100
True or false? Youth under the age of 18 are required to wear a helmet.
True, this applies to public streets, trails, and bike paths.
100
True or False? All helmets are designed for the same purpose.
False. You cannot wear a football helmet to ride a bike or a motorcycle helmet to play hockey. Each helmet is designed for different impacts/activities.
100
What are 3 examples of active transportation?
Cycling, walking, skateboarding.
200
What should be worn when walking at night?
Bright-colored clothing, reflective gear, or lights.
200
What is the A.B.C. check?
Checking your Air, Brakes, Chain.
200
Can you still use a helmet if it cracks or gets damaged from an accident?
No. Once damaged, the foam in the helmet won't be able to protect the riders brain and head form another impact.
200
Spot the difference.
VS.
One is a shared bike lane and the other is a protected bike lane.
300
True or False? Jaywalking is illegal.
False.
300
What is the "Door Zone"?
The space between the bike lane and parked cars. Look for movement inside of the cars and give enough space to brake if a door is quickly opened.
300
True or False? A helmet is required to meet safety standards.
True. The helmet should meet safter standards set by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) or Snell. This label means the helmet has been tested for safety.
300
What's the difference from a bus stop and a bus island?
A bus stop is a designated area on the side of the road where the bus can stop. A bus island is concrete platform that separates bike lanes and active traffic.
400
How to look for traffic?
Brake lights, engine noises, making eye contact before entering the roadway.
400
Demonstrate the bike hand signals.
Left (left arm all the way out)
Right (right arm all the way out or left arm 90 degree up)
Stop (left arm 90 degree down)
400
What is the 2-2-2 rule for helmet fittings?
2 fingers above the forehead, 2 V's under earlobes, and 2 fingers under chin. This measures the correct space when positioning your helmet and adjusting the straps.
400
How do protected intersections improve traffic safety?
controls the speed of cars, extends waiting area for pedestrians, more visible, pedestrians are in the street for less time/distance.
500
Examples of walking defensively.
limit distractions, analyze traffic flow and behaviors, give drivers extra space to stop/slow down.
500
What is the 3-feet rule?
A law that requires drivers to maintain a minimum of 3-feet between their car and the cyclist when passing in the same direction.
500
In one study, ___ % of children and adolescents wore helmets that were not the right size or fit.
96%
500
Share your route to school. How does this project impact your walk/ride?
Include changes in bike lanes, protected intersections or bus islands.