BICYCLE HELMET SAFETY
TIPS FOR PARENTS

The Bicycle Helmet Safety Institute estimates that helmets reduce the risk of all head injuries by up to 85%. Bicycle helmets are required by law in Florida.

SOME FACTS:

• Helmets should have a sticker indicating that they meet federally mandated standards. Look for a CPSC, ANSI, ASTM or Snell B-95 sticker.
• Helmets should fit securely: Low on the forehead, just above the eyebrows. It should fit snugly, but comfortably and should not move around on the head.
• Helmets should be replaced at least every 5 years or as soon as the child outgrows a proper fit.
• After a crash, the bike helmet should be replaced, even if it doesn’t look damaged.
• Parents can get more information from the National Highway Transportation Safety Association: www.nhtsa.gov

On July 29th the Safety Council participated in the Fifteenth Annual Back-to-School Crunch for 2006 at The Palm Beach County Health Department. The Safety Council gave out 200 helmets at this event. We would like to thank the Tenet Foundation for their donation that enabled us to participate in this wonderful event.