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Less than 20 per cent of reported bicycle injuries involve collisions with cars. Most occur in falls, or as a result of riders losing control. A bad fall can result from a skid, catching a wheel in a crack or even getting a shoelace caught in the chain.
In a spill, the forehead usually hits the ground first. Head injuries cause most bicycle-related deaths and can result in serious injury such as brain damage. Up to 88 per cent of serious head injuries could be prevented by wearing a helmet.
It is critical for you and your children to wear a bike helmet that fits properly and is certified by CSA International (http://www.csagroup.org/ca/en/home)
Insist that your children always wear a helmet when riding. (It goes without saying that parents must set an example by always wearing theirs when cycling.)
Remember, a helmet only works when you wear it!
(Source: Canada Safety Council - http://canadasafetycouncil.org/home)
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When choosing a helmet:
A trained salesperson will help you ensure the fit is right.
(Source: Canada Safety Council - http://canadasafetycouncil.org/home)
Download and print a copy of Parachute's "2 V 1" Rule helmet fitting bookmark and make sure your helmet fits right! Copyright © Parachute - https://parachute.ca/en/
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