Dear colleagues and students,
During the anti-epidemic period, many of us prefer to exercise outdoor, such as cycling, hiking, etc., to prevent gathering in indoor areas. To avoid injury or accidents, we must have adequate equipment and pay attention to safety when cycling.
Bicycle and Gears
- Bicycle should be of right size and handlebar should be at suitable height. Adjust the height of saddle properly.
- Check if various components of the bicycle are properly fixed and operational, e.g. whether the wheels have been properly fixed to the frame, whether the tire pressure is sufficient.
- Wear proper safety helmet and pads.
- Wear bright or light-colored, reflective or fluorescent clothing to make yourself visible to other road users.
- Your belongings should be light and small. They must not obstruct your sight or affect your control of bicycle.
When Cycling
- Do not use mobile phone and earphone for music listening.
- Keep a safe distance from any bicycles in front of you and beware of their sudden stop for avoiding accident happen.
- When riding in the dark or at times of poor visibility, turn on a white light in front and a red light at the rear of your bicycle.
- Always keep your hands on the handlebar and feet on the pedals.
- Always ride on a cycle track if it is available.
- Do not drift from side to side or in zig-zag way on cycle tracks.
- Dismount from bicycle when crossing pedestrian crossings.
Adequate exercise is beneficial in boosting your immunity and resisting viruses. Lastly, remember to replenish water regularly when doing outdoor exercise in hot weather. Source: Transport Department, the Government of the Hong Kong S.A.R.
https://www.td.gov.hk/mini_site/cic/en/safe-cycling/cycling-rules.html
https://www.td.gov.hk/filemanager/en/content_182/rs_bulletin_41.pdf
If you would like to read more health tips, please visit the website of Office of Health, Safety and Environmental Affairs https://hseo.um.edu.mo/health-tips/
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