Road Safety
There are loads of ways to be seen and stay safer - so check out the top tips on the right. There is also a 'Teaching Road Safety - a guide for Parents' - see below.
5 top tips on how to BE BRIGHT & BE SEEN
- Brightly coloured or flourescent clothing shows up well in daylight and at dusk when you're heading to and from school.
- If you're out and about when it's dark, wear reflective gear to make sure you can be seen in car headlights. Reflective vests, sashes or wistbands work well. Remember, florescent clothing doesn't work after dark!
- Don't forget to accessorise! Even small items such as clip-on reflectors, armbands and stickers on your outfit or school bag are a great way to improve your visibility.
- If you like to cycle, remember that it's the law to have clean and working lights at night (white at the front, red at the back), as well as a rear reflector. It's good to fit spoke reflectors too.
- Of course, 'Being Bright' isn't the only way to stay safer. If you're out at night, choose routes and crossing places that are well lit and remember to always use the Green Cross Code.
For more road safety tips, games and videos, visit the Tales of the Road Website at http://www.direct.gov.uk/talesoftheroad