MODULE 4: RULES AND CODE OF CONDUCT

MODULE 4: RULES AND CODE OF CONDUCT

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The rules and code of conduct for cycling and the use of Personal Mobility Devices (PMDs) were developed by the Active Mobility Advisory Panel for the safe and harmonious use of paths.

The guiding principles for the rules & code of conduct are:

GENERAL RULES

ALLOWABLE DEVICES ON PATHS/ROADS

The illustrations below show the types of devices that are allowed on different types of paths.

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Footpaths – Maximum Speed allowable of 15 km/h

Footpaths

Cycling/Shared Paths

Cycling/Shared Paths – Maximum Speed allowable of 25 km/h

Bicycles Motorized PMDs PMDs Electric Wheelchairs Wheelchairs

Bicycles Motorized PMDs

PMDs Electric Wheelchairs

WheelchairsElectric Bicycles

Roads – Maximum Speed allowable follows that of the road speed limit

Roads

BicyclesElectric Bicycles

DEVICE CRITERIAMODULE 4

• All devices should NOT have a fuel engine

• All devices must NOT be constructed or have fittings that are dangerous to the user or others.

• All devices must NOT have a car-like or motorcycle-like design

• For more information on allowable devices, please refer to http://www.lta.gov.sg/content/ltaweb/en/walk-cycle-ride/rules-and-code-of-conduct.html

*Must be type-approved by LTA, Maximum power output of electric motor at 250 watts

The following physical criteria apply to the different types of devices used in public spaces.

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Ride in an orderly manner and be mindful of the safety of others.

GENERAL RULES

Bicycles and Personal Mobility Devices (PMDs) are to be equipped with White front lights and Red rear lights,which are to be switched on when it is dark. For PMDs which cannot be equipped with lights, the lights shall beclipped onto the user’s helmet or clothing and are to be switched on when it is dark.

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Children, of ages 12 and below, are allowed to be carried on bicycles if they are seated in a properly secured seat or carrier on the bicycle.

GENERAL RULES

Any persons below the age of 16 are NOT allowed to be carried as a pillion passenger on a power-assisted bicycle.

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GENERAL RULES

You must secure all loads on your bicycle properly and rigidly and they should NOT obstruct or cause dangerto other path users.

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Always STOP to render assistance and exchange particulars when involved in an accident.

GENERAL CODE OF CONDUCT

GENERAL CODE OF CONDUCT

Lights

Tyres

Wheel Chain

Brakes

Ensure that the various parts of your bicycle/PMD are in good, workingcondition before setting off.

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OFF-ROAD CODE OF CONDUCT

Riders should alert other path users when they wish to overtake.

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Always give way to pedestrians on footpaths and shared paths.Slow down and give way to pedestrians whenapproaching intersections with pedestrians access.

Always use the cycling or shared path instead of thefootpath if the cycling path or shared path isavailable.

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Slow down and be prepared to stop when approaching crowded areas such as bus stops.

Ride through at walking speed or dismount to push your bicycle/PMD when moving through crowded areas.


Stop and look out for on-coming traffic when approaching pedestrian crossings, and cross only at walking speed.

Do NOT overtake others when approaching places such as pedestrian crossings, corners and bends.



Slow down, and give way to vehicles when approaching informal crossings (e.g. carpark accesses).

Slow down when approaching bends or intersections where your view is obstructed.

Keep left unless you are overtaking.

Keep a safe distance from other users to avoid collision.


ON-ROAD RULES

ON-ROAD CYCLING RULES

On-road cyclists are to obey and observe ALL traffic rules.

On-road cyclists are to ride as close as practicable to the left hand side of the road way.

At Traffic Light Crossings At Zebra Crossings

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On-road cyclists can cycle at maximum two abreast on roads with at least two lanes in the same direction.


During bus lane operation hours, on-road cyclists cycling inbus lanes are to cycle in a single file only.

Outside of bus lane operation hours, bus lanes shalloperate as a normal road and the relevant on-road cyclingrules will apply.

Roads with only one lane per direction Roads with two or more lanes per direction

Normal Bus Lane Operation Hours

Full-Day Bus Lane Operation Hours

7:30am to 9:30am5:00pm to 8:00pm

Monday to Friday:

7:30am to 11:00pmMonday to Saturday:

During Bus Lane Operation Hours

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On-road cyclists are to cycle in the same direction as the motorists on the road.

Do NOT cycle against the flow of traffic.


On-road cyclists are to use thecorrect hand signals to alertdrivers and other motorists whenturning, slowing down orstopping.

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ON-ROAD CODE OF CONDUCT

Slow down and look out for other road users when approaching bends, junctions, bus stops and pedestriancrossings or when passing a parked car.

Approaching Bus-Stops Approaching Parked Cars

Approaching Junctions Approaching Pedestrian Crossings

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Do NOT weave through traffic.

Cycle in an orderly and predictable manner so other motorists will understand where you are moving to next.


Do NOT squeeze between the kerb and a bus that has stopped at a bus stop.

Avoid squeezing between a turning vehicle and the kerb


Do NOT hold on to the back or side of motor vehicles.

ON-ROAD CYCLING CODE OF CONDUCT

Keep a safe distance behind moving vehicles.

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