Cyclists belong to the group of vulnerable road users. This means that in the event of an accident, they do not have any protection against possible injuries. Therefore, police officers make all drivers aware of certain basic safety rules.
Road safety depends on all road users. Therefore, to avoid hazards when overtaking a cyclist, special care should be taken and a safe distance must not be less than 1 meter. In addition, it is important to respect all rules related to the right of way. Signaling your maneuvers significantly affects the safety of road users.
People under 18 need an appropriate document to drive a bicycle. It may be a bicycle card or a driving license of category AM, A1, B1, or T. Children up to 10 years of age, driving a bicycle under the supervision of an adult, move on the roads based on pedestrian traffic.
While there are no entries in the bicycle traffic regulations regarding protective helmets or reflective vests, it is worth remembering that these are elements that significantly improve our road safety. The helmet protects the head, which is the part of the body most exposed to injuries. The vest, on the other hand, allows the driver to see it even in difficult weather conditions.
Cyclists who have access to a cycle lane or special lane are required to use them. They increase the comfort and safety of cyclists. Remember that the same rules apply to them on the road.
A cyclist who has a bicycle lane or a bicycle lane at his disposal is obliged to use them. On these roads, the same rules apply as on the road, i.e. you must drive on the right side at a safe speed. In the absence of the above-mentioned roads, the cyclist may move on the road.
The police urge all drivers to respect road traffic regulations and to respect each other.