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"Our charity is dedicated to supporting underprivileged individuals, not only in the UK but across the globe. Since our first bike ride in 1988, we’ve been inspired to make a difference through the power of cycling. Every year, we challenge our riders with exciting new routes and unique experiences, turning every journey into an opportunity to change lives."

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1. Identification of Significant Hazards and Risks:

Those hazards and risks that may result in serious harm or affect several people


Crossing Roads / Junctions

 






Majority of cyclists/attendees will be left unattended

 







Bubble awareness/support

(Maybe not required now – Covid related)









Medical incidents

 





Serious accident













Mechanical fault

















Fall due to hitting an obstacle on the road

eg. Potholes






Exposure








Danger from horses on the road





Dehydration

2. Control Measures:

Controls, including relevant sources of guidance




  • All marshals will be aware of the highway code.
  • A safety briefing video will be shared with all cyclists to be aware of traffic from both directions and to take care when crossing roads, roundabouts, challenging junctions and turnings.
  • Leaders who will be supporting groups will also give instructions on when it’s safe to cross, should any of the cyclist be hesitant.


  • Upon registration groups riders will leave in their bubbles (not more than 6).
  • Upon returning from the route all cyclists will be ticked off to confirm safe return.
  • At service stops a free standing Marshal will be on site to guide cyclists into resting areas /(care/Temple).  The bubbles will arrive and depart together and remain within their allocated groups only.


  • Attendees who require a Marshall within their bubble and independent riders will be introduced their bubbles to ensure each bubble supports each other.
  • Bubbles advised that they should stay together and should not accompany any other bubble other than those adults identified at the start of the trip.
  • At each stop a Marshal will ask the attendees within the bubble if the are still able to cycle.  If not a sweep up bus will arrive to take the cyclist and bike to the starting location.


  • Every rider will have completed their own medical declaration form. In case of an emergency these details will be passed onto appropriate authorities who will provide further medical care.
  • Where there is a minor incident/injury, there will be a qualified nurse who can provide medical assistance.


  • The route has been risk assessed and potential hazards have been noted.
  • All Cyclists will be informed of the route beforehand including any junctions / sections with a higher level of risk as recommended to download the route onto a cycle computer.
  • Supervision planned for any serious road junctions etc.
  • It is recommended that Helmets and or Turban (Dastar) worn during the ride.
  • In the case of emergency (Accident, Severe injury), the emergency services should be contacted.
  • All riders will be given an support number to a representative from the event which can provide further assistance.  


  • Cycles should be road worthy and should be checked beforehand.
  • Cyclists have been provided with the “Rider’s Information Pack” outlining Bike Maintenance (including repairing punctures and replacing inner tubes) as well as guidance to familiarise themselves by watching you tube videos and practicing beforehand.
  • Simple tools and spares carried by each rider, including inner tube.
  • Cyclist advised on good communication whilst riding within their bubble
  • Where there are minor mechanical faults, where possible these will be rectified on the road side.
  • Where a mechanical fault cannot be fixed, the rider should contact the event support number where assistance will be provided.


  • All cyclists including marshals to take responsibility to call out obstacles.
  • Good communication whilst riding.
  • Ride defensively (appropriate speed, looking ahead for potential obstacles), not cutting corners, advising other riders of actions such as overtaking, slowing, stopping.  


  • As part of the registration pack, cyclists have been provided with guidance on what to expect on the day.
  • Regular intake of food and water, and this will also be available at some of the planned stops.
  • Planned stops.
  • Spaces will be available in support vehicles if required.
  • Riding within riders’ ability. (Pace)


  • Follow instructions of horse rider.
  • Inform horse rider of your whereabouts, when approaching from behind
  • Stay calm and no sudden movements.


  • All riders to carry a drinks bottle, Bottle cages are recommended
  • Support vehicle will have water to re fill.
  • Brief: drink regularly.

Cycling Rules & Etiquette

The Highway Code


Rules for cyclists, including an overview, road junctions, roundabouts and crossing the road can be found on the Government website here.

RISK ASSESSMENT - Cycling

Cycling Rules & Etiquette