In the coming months, it is expected to increase the use of bicycles on our streets, both as a means of transport and leisure. The bicycle user need to wear safety vest, feels vulnerable on the road in front of the motor vehicle, and for this reason the Local Police of Albacete is promoting protective measures to reduce the risks to which the cyclist is exposed, scheduling speed controls and parking, especially in the tracks cataloged as a cycle route.
With the objective of reaching an acceptable level of road safety in our streets, Local Police remember some specific guidelines that must be taken into account so that each form of mobility knows and respects the traffic rules that affect it.
In the case of cyclists, the recommendations are as follows:
Whenever possible, you should cycle through the bike lane, sign posted roads, and cycle routes and of course our greenway.
Do not walk on the sidewalk or cross pedestrian crossings as a pedestrian.
Respect the rules of traffic, especially priorities and direction of movement.
Children under 16 must use the helmet in the city and all cyclists on long-distance routes.
They should carry front and reflective back light, as well as reflective clothing at night.
Do not use a mobile phone or headset while riding a bicycle.
The bicycle driver is required to undergo breathalyzer tests when required by the competent authority.
Similarly, pedestrians and drivers of motor vehicles must respect the presence of cyclists, both on bike lanes and roadways, not invading the first and always maintaining the safety distance of at least 1.5 meters.
The Local Police has received complaints from neighbors who, as pedestrians, report that they suffer the consequences of non-compliance by cyclists, generating a perception of risk.
To correct these behaviors and improve the road safety of all road users, specific preventive controls are being carried out to prevent the proper use of bicycles, with a percentage of offenders being detected in 10.5 percent of the users being checked, Frequent "to circulate on the sidewalk".
With regard to accidents, analyzing the accidents that occurred in the last 6 years in which a bicycle user has been involved, in 2009 there were 31 accidents, in 2015 the number of accidents was reached and so far this year A total of 17 accidents.
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