(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Norfolk County Detachment would like to take this opportunity to remind everyone that it’s that time of year where residents and visitors will be out riding bikes, skateboarding, hiking and enjoying the warm weather.
Please make this time of year safe for everyone. Listed are few reminders.
Cyclists under the age of 18 are required by law to wear a properly fitted and fastened bike helmet. Cyclists must obey the same rules of the roadway that other vehicles do. Keep your eyes and ears open as sometimes other vehicles don’t see you.
Pedestrians should stay on sidewalks and where there are none, they should be walking on the left side of the road as far off onto the shoulder as possible facing traffic. Both pedestrians and cyclists should make use of the cross walks to help get safely across the streets.
With the increase of Migrant workers in the area motorist are reminded to watch for cyclist and pedestrians in rural areas.
Remember cyclists need a meter on either side of them as a safety zone. Do not pass too close. If the lane is too narrow to share, change lanes to pass.
Check your blind spot before opening a car door. A cyclist could be there.
Motorist are reminded to obey all the traffic rules, including speed limits, especially in places where children might be, such as neighborhoods, parks, schools, and playgrounds.
Remember, safety starts with you!