| Knowledge of route |
Ride Leader and riders |
Although some routes may be known to riders, road works and potholes etc can appear overnight. Therefore all SBMC rides rely on dynamic risk assessment |
Yes |
| Potential hazards on the route |
Ride Leader and riders |
Whilst we rely on dynamic risk assessment and recognise the majority of riders are regular riders on our local roads, if there are new riders and the Ride Leader. has knowledge of specific dangers (steep hills, junctions etc) these will be mentioned in the briefing at the start of the ride. |
Yes |
| Dangerous conditions |
Ride Leader |
If the weather or road conditions make the ride potentially unsafe, the Ride Leader has the authority to cancel the ride. |
Yes |
| Punctures |
Ride Leader and riders |
SBMC website new rider guidance 1. requires all riders to carry spares appropriate for their bicycle and 2. To call out to other riders if they get a puncture. Ride Leader. to decide whether whole group, some riders or none to remain to help |
Yes |
| Other mechanical failure |
Ride Leader |
SBMC website new rider guidance recommends all riders carry a range of tools suitable for small roadside repairs. Ride Leader to decide whether whole group, some riders or none to remain to help |
Yes |
| Knowledge of riders and ICE information |
Ride Leader |
The majority of our riders are regular and known to Ride Leaders. All riders are asked via the SBMC website to carry ICE information |
Yes |
| New Riders |
Ride Leader |
Anyone new to riding with SBMC are directed to the new rider guidance page of the SBMC website and out of courtesy make contact with the club secretary. If a new rider joins a ride and is unknown to the other riders the Ride Leader. will ask if they are carrying ICE information and do they have experience in riding in a group and advise them accordingly |
Yes |
