Bicycle Accidents Utah

Are Your Children at Risk for a Bike Accident?

Unfortunately, the majority of bicycle accidents involve children under the age of 13. Young children are vulnerable as it can be difficult for drivers to see them and they lack the on-the-road experience to predict traffic. Parents can help to reduce the risk of bike accidents for children by taking the time to educate their child of safety and traffic rules. Always insist your children wear a bike helmet. Wearing a helmet can reduce your risk of head injuries by 85%! Protect your kids and make sure they always wear a helmet.

Utah Bike Road Rules

Utah has specific rules and regulations regarding the use of bicycles. According to Utah Code Section 41-6a-10 et seq., all cyclists must follow these rules:

Ride with traffic – Always ride with traffic to maintain visibility with traffic.

Maintain control of your bicycle – Cyclists must always maintain control of their bicycle to avoid an accident. Proper control means the bike has been adjusted to the right comfort levels and all equipment is in proper place.

Cyclists must be protected – A cyclist needs to wear proper safety equipment when they are out on the open road with vehicles. Individuals under age 18 are required by law to wear a helmet on public land.

Be visible – Consider wearing bright clothing or adding lights to your bicycle to ensure it is visible when riding. Use proper hand signals when turning to alert traffic to your moves.