1. Resources for the Madison Community

    Madison stands with the families of Abundant Life community. This page is dedicated to connecting victims and the broader community to resources and accurate information about the tragic events that happened on December 16.

Cars and a biker on a multi-lane road. There is also a person walking on the sidewalk.
Traffic Engineering
Yang Tao, Traffic Engineering Director

Helmets

Never leave home without it!

  • Your helmet should sit flat on your head — make sure it is level and is not tilted back or forward.
  • The front of the helmet should sit low — about one or two finger widths above your eyebrows to protect your forehead.
  • The straps on each side of your head should form a "V" over your ears, with one part of the strap in front of your ear, and one behind — just below your earlobes.
  • If the helmet leans forward, adjust the rear straps. If it tilts backward, tighten the front straps.
  • Buckle the chinstrap securely at your throat so that the helmet feels snug on your head and does not move up and down or from side to side.
  • Always buy a new helmet. If you are in a crash and your helmet takes a hit, always replace it as it will not offer the same protection.

 

Parent Resources: Helmet purchasing program in the Madison area
  • Kohl's Safety Center in the American Family Children’s Hospital: 1675 Highland Avenue, Madison, WI
proper fitted helmet, "yes" safe!
tilted helmet "No" not safe
Loose helmet straps, "No" not safe
too big helmet, "no" not safe

Did You Know?

Helmets Save Lives

Recent studies indicate that wearing a bicycle helmet can reduce your risk of a head injury by 85%. Protect yourself from the unexpected by wearing your bicycle helmet every time you ride.

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