Safety
At bcskateboarding.org we strongly recommend the wearing of helmet, pads and appropriate skate shoes. We also suggest you check your equipment regularly for wear and tear. If you need some more information check in at your local skate merchant.
Used by permission from the Kamloops Injury Prevention Network
Information
Video articles
Wipeout - watch, learn and listen
A sobering account of a preventable accident.
Web portals for skateboard safety
Protect Your Head
Skateboarding Safety - John McDonald (1976)
Mum promotes safety with her venture
Professional Canadian Skater Max Dufor tells us why he wears a helmet
A song for the wee ones
Head Protection
Ride another day
Downhill Specific
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Following these simple tips provided to you by the Ottawa Paramedic Service.
S top skateboarding when you are tired.
K neepads, elbow pads, helmets, long-sleeve shirts and pants will reduce the severity of cuts and scrapes, bumps and bruises.
A lways skateboard in a safe area, like a skateboard park. Keep away from vehicle traffic.
T raining will give you basic skills like board control. As you gain experience, that is the time o gain speed and learn new, more difficult maneuvers.
E veryone should learn CPR and first aid – the life you save could be someone you know.
B oard require regular maintenance. Inspect your board frequently and replace broken parts like wheels. Choose a board that is right for you and your skill levels.
O nly skate where there are no cracks, bumps and where it is clear of pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Only skate where allowed. The best place for skateboarding is the skateboard park.
A lways crouch low, relax, hug your arms and roll when you fall. It’s a good idea to practice falling and do so at very slow speeds.
R ide with a buddy is always better and safer. If you get hurt someone can assist you.
D aylight is the only time when you should be on your board unless in a well lighted Skateboard Park. See where you’re skating and so that others will be able to see you.
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