Bicycles and small wheels

Cycling and using small wheeled devices are a great way for families to get physical, have fun and reduce car emissions.  However it’s important to that all riders keep themselves and those around them safe, particularly children.

From July 2006 to June 2016, 14,290 children presented to PMH ED for cycling or wheeled pedestrian injuries, accounting for 71.7% of road-related injuries in children aged 0- 16 years.

 Parent and child checking bicycle