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Whether we drive, or ride, or both, we all need to share the road safely. Respect and understanding for each road user will help make our roads safer.
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In our major towns and cities, pedestrians and cyclists represent one in four serious casualties. We know that in a crash, the human body can only tolerate a certain level of physical force before serious injury or death is inevitable. This is especially true for pedestrians and cyclists who have little or no protection in the event of a crash with a motor vehicle and are at higher risk of serious injury or death if hit at speeds above 30 km/h. Crashes involving cyclists are most common at intersections, when leaving a path or driveway or when a car door is opened into a cyclist’s path (dooring).

How to stay safe as a cyclist

  • When you ride a bicycle, you must wear an Australian Standard approved bicycle helmet that is securely fitted and fastened.
  • Ensure you have at least one working brake, a bell, horn or other warning device.
  • When riding at night or when there is reduced visibility, ensure you have a white headlight, a red tail-light and a red rear reflector that are compliant with The Tasmanian Road Rules.
  • Make yourself visible by wearing reflective or light-coloured clothing, especially at night.
  • Wear closed footwear.
  • Use bike lanes or bicycle paths where available.
  • Stay alert and avoid distractions.
  • Supervise young children using wheeled toys and bikes, and always ensure they wear a properly fitted helmet.

When passing a cyclist, you must maintain a safe passing distance of?

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1.5 metres in speed zones higher than 60 km/h and 1 metre in 60 km/h or below
1 metre in speed zones higher than 60 km/h and 1 metre in 60 km/h or below
2 metres in speed zones higher than 60 km/h and 1.5 metres in 60 km/h or below
You're correct, the answer is '1.5 metres in speed zones higher than 60 km/h and 1 metre in 60 km/h or below'.

One of the best ways to help keep bike riders safe is to keep a safe distance, especially when overtaking.

Sorry the correct answer is '1.5 metres in speed zones higher than 60 km/h and 1 metre in 60 km/h or below'.

One of the best ways to help keep bike riders safe is to keep a safe distance, especially when overtaking.

Sorry the correct answer is '1.5 metres in speed zones higher than 60 km/h and 1 metre in 60 km/h or below'.

One of the best ways to help keep bike riders safe is to keep a safe distance, especially when overtaking.

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