Red light policy

Red light policy

Red Light Policy

Road Races held on open roads, as is done by AHCC, are subject to the Red Light Policy that was put in place by Cycling SA. This policy remains in force under AusCycling

Here is the policy as set by CSA:

Red Light Policy

Policy No: 0015

Date Issued: 1 May 2015 Amended 23 June 2015

Prepared by: Peter Macdonald – CEO of Cycling SA.

Introduction

Road cycling events can take place in a variety of conditions which includes poor driver visibility of cyclists on the road. As a result, the use of a red light is to be mandated for all road racing events.

Policy

For all open road cycling events (i.e., events not run under a rolling road closure or closed road conditions) sanctioned by Cycling South Australia, competitors must have a flashing red light operating on either the seat post or right rear seat stay of their bike. The light must be operational during the entire event and must visible from 200 metres to the rear.

Any medical conditions implicated by a flashing red light should be brought to the attention of Chief Commissaire prior to event.

This policy commences from 1 May 2015.

Scope

The policy applies to all road cycling events taking place in South Australia.

• • If a rider has a working red light at the start of the event, they are permitted to start
  • If the light fails during the event, the rider is to be informed to seek an alternative light in the future
  • If the Commissaire feels the light may not meet the 200m requirement, the Commissaire is to inform the rider however, the rider will be permitted to start. A note of this will be passed onto Cycling SA to retain for their records