Let your child choose a helmet. Instruct your child on the correct way to wear a helmet. Make sure it fits snugly and covers the forehead. Set a good example. Wear a helmet yourself.
Bicycle helmets are the best protection against mishaps that cause death or injury.
Check your child's bicycle for correct fit, properly working parts, and reflectors. Avoid allowing your child to ride at night, as drivers often miss seeing cyclists. Never let a child ride a bicycle while listening to audio headphones. Stress the need to ride defensively since many drivers do not see bicyclists. Enroll your child in a bicycle safety education program if one is available in your community.