Keep Your Head Intact

Gary McFarlane, Director of The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health, Northern Ireland.

"The study carried out by Environmental Health Departments in Northern Ireland in relation to cycle helmets uncovered an alarming level of non compliance with safety requirements. The promotional material developed as a result can be used effectively to address those issues. This initiative is of benefit because an increasing number of people are cycling now as a healthy alternative to other means of transport. "

Jimmy Hamill, Founder member of Team Bib Sport Cycling Club, Michelin.

"Incidents do happen when cycling. No one can take part in our events unless they wear a cycle helmet. The club fully supports this campaign to draw attention to helmet safety."

Ita McErlean, Head of ROSPA Northern Ireland.

"ROSPA recommends that all cyclists wear a helmet that complies with safety requirements. When worn correctly helmets are effective in reducing the risk of major head or brain injury.”

Dale McMullan of Chain Reaction Cycles
(Located on the outskirts of Doagh, Co Antrim, the company is the worlds largest online bike store)

"Chain Reaction Cycles are commited to supplying safe, quality products. That includes cycle helmets. We fully support the Keep Your Head Intact campaign. People need to know what to look for when buying and wearing a helmet."

Patricia Allen, Assistant Director Consumer Services at Northern Group Systems.

“Cycle helmets have great potential for reducing bicycle related head injuries. However, you need to be given clear information about your helmet and instructions to make it fit properly if it is to afford the maximum protection. Our promotional material sets out a number of pointers when choosing and wearing your helmet."