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PRESENTATION

RIDE RIGHT,

RIDE SAFE

CP E-Bike & E-Scooter Safety

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Grades 5–8 • 15–20 minutes

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OPENING

The goal: everyone arrives safely

Your choices affect walkers and other riders.

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Rule of Thumb 01

Slow down before a crowded area.

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Rule of Thumb 02

When in doubt, get off and walk.

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THE 5 NON-NEGOTIABLES

Five Rules for Every Ride

01

Helmet on, every ride.

02

Know your ride.

03

Ride right. Follow the rules of the road.

04

Pedestrians first.

05

Arrive safe, not fast.

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RULE 1

Helmet On, Every Ride

Fasten your helmet before you move.

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FIT & SECURITY

Check that it fits and stays secured.

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SAFETY REMINDER

A helmet on your handlebars cannot protect you.

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RULE 2

Know Your Ride

Practice controlling and stopping your ride.

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INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE

Check brakes, tires, and steering.

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MODIFICATIONS

Skip modifications that increase speed or reduce control.

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RULE 3

Ride Right

Follow the direction of traffic where applicable.

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LANE POSITIONING

Stay on the appropriate side.

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RIDER CONTROL

Never weave or race. Keep both hands ready to control your ride.

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RULE 4

Pedestrians First

Slow down and leave walkers plenty of space.

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CROWDED AREAS

Walk your vehicle in crowded areas or where required.

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CROSSWALKS

At a crosswalk, stop and look before crossing.

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RULE 5

Arrive Safe, not Fast

Put away your phone and AirPods.

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RIDE ALONE

No double riding on the same vehicle.

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CONTROLLED SPEED

Skip tricks and swerving. Maintain control even when running late.

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SAFETY FIRST

If it feels unsafe at any moment, get off and walk.

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SPEED & SPACE

The CP 3 Zones

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GREEN ZONE

RIDE

Clear path. Controlled speed. Appropriate riding area.

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YELLOW ZONE

SLOW

Crowds, intersections, driveways, approaching campus.

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RED ZONE

WALK

Crosswalks, vehicle parking areas, heavy foot traffic, loss of control.

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SCENARIO 1

What would you do?

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THE SITUATION

You are running late. Your friend is riding 10 feet ahead. You speed up to catch them.

DECISION POINT

SAFE OR UNSAFE?

WHY? Explain your reasoning.

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SCENARIO 2

What would you do?

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THE SITUATION

Students are crossing. You think you can squeeze through the crosswalk.

DECISION POINT

SAFE OR UNSAFE?

WHY? Explain your reasoning.

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SCENARIO 3

What would you do?

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THE SITUATION

Your friend says, “Race me to the bike rack!”

DECISION POINT

SAFE OR UNSAFE?

WHY? Explain your reasoning.

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SCENARIO 4

What would you do?

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THE SITUATION

You receive a text while riding.

DECISION POINT

SAFE OR UNSAFE?

WHY? Explain your reasoning.

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SCENARIO 5

What would you do?

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THE SITUATION

You reach a crowded area and are not sure whether you should ride or walk.

DECISION POINT

WHAT IS THE SAFEST CHOICE?

WHY? Explain your reasoning.

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E-SCOOTER OR E-BIKE CRASH

If you crash: stop and get help

1. Stop Immediately

Stop. Do not ride away.

2. Move to Safety

Move out of the path only if you can do so safely.

3. Inform an Adult

Tell an adult. Stay if someone else is hurt.

4. Inspect Before Riding

Do not ride if you are hurt or your ride is damaged.

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AFTER A CRASH

Know when it is urgent

Get an adult and call 911 for serious injury.

Head Hit & Symptoms

Head hit plus confusion, vomiting, or worsening headache? Get emergency help.

Spine & Neck Protection

If head, neck, or back injury is possible, do not move the person.

Source: Red Cross First Aid Steps

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CRASH SCENARIO

What would you do?

Your friend falls from a scooter.

They say “I’m okay,” but feel dizzy.

WHAT WOULD YOU DO?

Consider safety steps and head injury warning signs.

Source: CDC Heads Up - Signs & Symptoms

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CAMPUS RULES

Student Expectations

By choosing to ride a bike or scooter to school, I agree to the following:

Riding On Campus

  • I will not ride my bike or scooter on school property at any time.
  • Once I reach school grounds, I will dismount and walk my bike or scooter.

Parking Guidelines

  • I will park in my assigned grade-level area.
  • I will use bike racks first. If racks are full, I may park neatly beside the racks.

Pathways & Grounds

  • I will not ride on the grass at any time.
  • I will not block walkways, entrances, or exits when parking my bike or scooter.

Respect & Security

  • I will respect other students, staff, and property while arriving and leaving campus.
  • I understand that I am responsible for locking and securing my bike or scooter.

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ROAD & RIDING RULES

Safety Expectations

Traffic Guidelines

I will follow all traffic laws and neighborhood safety guidelines while traveling to and from school.

Riding Control

I will ride in a safe and controlled manner at all times.

Protective Gear

Wearing a helmet is strongly encouraged.

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CAMPUS RULES

Consequences

Failure to follow these expectations may result in:

1

Warning and reteaching of expectations

2

Parent/guardian contact

3

Temporary loss of riding privileges

4

Permanent loss of the privilege to ride a bike or scooter to school

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EXIT QUESTION

One last check

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Near the bike/scooter parking?

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Crowded path?

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Running late?

If you answered YES to any of these...

“You’re in a RED zone—walk it.”