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Every one of us deserves to reach our destination safely. When we are walking, riding a bicycle or a motorcycle, we are more vulnerable as we lack the protection provided by a vehicle.
Let's explore the actions we can take as road users to protect ourselves.
Unprotected road users
Road safety is a shared responsibility. Everyone has a part to play.
Select a road user to explore the actions they can take to protect themselves.
It's important that cyclists always obey road rules, wear helmets and high visibility clothing.
Wearing a helmet can reduce a cyclist's risk of head injuries in a crash with a motor vehicle by up to 74%.
Even though motorcycle riders only make up 4% of registered vehicles, riders account for 16% of lives lost on our roads.
It's important that motorcycle riders wear a full face helmet and protective clothing and footwear, and ride a motorcycle with an anti-lock braking system (ABS).
Motorcycle riders can visit the Spokes website to keep up to date with skills, bike safety features and protective gear and visit the Crash website for information about buying the safest helmet.
As a pedestrian, obey road rules, cross at designated crossings, be alert, avoid distractions and teach children to cross the road safely.
As a driver, obey the rules, adhere to the speed limits, avoid distraction, separate the use of alcohol from driving, and choose a vehicle with the highest safety rating in its class.