Cycling
Elementary - Curricular 2024
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Cycling takes place on paved surfaces (for example, sidewalks, bike paths, roads).
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If cycling also includes off-road, also consult Mountain Biking.
Equipment
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The following statements refer to student owned, borrowed or rented bicycles:
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the equipment must conform to local bylaws
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the students must inspect the bikes for working brakes and properly inflated tires
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the bicycle size must be appropriate for the rider.
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A properly fitted (as per manufacturer's guidelines) and properly worn bicycle helmet certified by a recognized safety standards association (for example, CSA, CSPC, Snell, ASTM, BSI, AS) must be worn.
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Teacher carry:
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a bicycle tool kit;
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a pump;
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a signaling device (for example, whistle); and
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a first aid kit.
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Clothing/Footwear/Jewellery
- Appropriate clothing and footwear must be worn. Clothing must not encumber proper use of bicycle chain. Clothing must be adequate for outdoor activity. No open-toed shoes or sandals are permitted.
Facilities
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Choose the routes carefully and consider the road surface, length, steepness of slopes, frequency of traffic, complexity of intersections and railway crossings.
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Prior to the initial use of the route, the Teacher/Monitor must do a safety ride-through to verify the safety and suitability.
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Provide the students with a map and/or clear directions.
Environmental Considerations
Special Rules/Instructions
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Students must be aware of an emergency procedure in case of an accident (for example, any sign of difficulty, dismount and walk bike until it is safe to resume riding).
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The rules of the Highway Traffic Act and local bylaws must be reviewed and followed. This includes group riding protocol.
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Instruction must be given on the proper position of a bicycle helmet (for example, brim of helmet is at eyebrow level).
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Emphasis must be placed on controlled riding.
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Use any appropriate grouping system (for example, the buddy system).
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Communicate to students the importance of being aware of the location of other riders, around them, to avoid interference and collisions.
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No audio devices (for example, MP3 players).
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A record of students and the route must be left in the school with an appropriate person.
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Racing must not be done as an in-class activity.
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Students must demonstrate to the Teacher/Monitor competency in stopping, changing gears, turning, signaling and passing before leaving school property.
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Excursions must be planned for daylight hours.
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For grades 1, 2 and 3 cycling must take place in a location away from all street traffic (for example, parks, bicycle paths).
Supervision
- In-the-Area Supervision is required where the skill application of the activity takes place at a separate location from the Teacher (e.g., students cycling off school site).
Supervision/Monitoring Ratios
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The ratio of supervisors to students is:
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Primary: 1 Teacher/Monitor per 6 students
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Junior: 1 Teacher/Monitor per 10 students
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Intermediate: 1 Teacher/Monitor per 15 students
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First Aid
- At least one Qualified instructor or an individual responsible for providing first aid must have current First Aid qualifications equivalent to or exceeding St. John Ambulance Emergency First Aid with CPR Level C + AED.
Definitions
Tue, 07/22/25 12:30 pm