Ride Guidelines for Endura PErformance

Cycling can be a dangerous activity. Endura Performance has developed this Risk Management Plan to document rider expectations to reduce risks associated with cycling activities. These policies are to be practiced by team members, and any permitted visiting riders as permitted by Ontario Cycling rules, during every activity. We are all responsible for making activities as safe as possible.

• While on rides, workouts, training sessions, or events, all athletes must adhere to and obey all trail use and rules of the road as per the Ontario Highway Traffic Act

• Each rider will conduct themselves in a responsible manner and retains liability for their own actions. 

• Any participant should immediately advise the coach and other members of the activity should the member feel the group or individuals in the group are riding in an unsafe manner. The member should withdraw from the ride if they feel unsafe. 

• All members of Endura Performance are responsible for bringing forward to the coach and/or leader any safety issues related to the routes used for training.

Safety

A helmet meeting the requirements of Sections 3 and 4 of Ontario Regulation 610, enacted under the Highway Traffic Act, must be worn while cycling during Endura Performance outdoor workouts, training sessions, and events. 

• In addition to a cycling helmet, other protective equipment is strongly encouraged (e.g., gloves, eye wear). 

• The Endura Performance will operate non-competitive events according to our established risk management policies and procedures which are designed to reduce the possibility of accidents. 

• All participants will be informed that the ultimate responsibility for safety rests with the individuals. 

• All riders will be taught and expected to use correct hand signals to communicate with other riders and drivers. 

• All riders will be taught and expected to ride in straight lines and be respectful of the riders behind them. 

• A Coach will be appointed for each activity. 

• The Coach will describe the training segment and workout, and may provide a brief safety tip at the commencement of the ride. 

• The Coach has the final decision on all matters pertaining to the training session and their decisions must be respected by all participants. 

• The Coach will carry a cell phone for emergency use on all training sessions should an athlete need to communicate immediately with the coach. Riders should immediately call 911 in the event of an emergency. 

• Coaches have been provided with guidance and direction on their roles and responsibilities.

Rides

Training sessions will be planned to use lesser-traveled roads where possible and practical. 

• Athletes are responsible for ensuring that their bicycle is in good working order before attending each training session. 

• Front and rear lights are required during any ride which takes place one half hour before sunset and/or which may extend into darkness. 

• Members are responsible for bringing sufficient liquids and food, as required, for each session, as well as appropriate tools/ spare tubes, etc. 

• Members are expected to not be under the influence of alcohol or any drug that could impair their riding ability and judgment while on a training session. Members displaying impaired ability or judgment will be asked not to join or to leave the ride by the Coach. 

• Rides will be modified or cancelled if there is an Extreme Weather Alert, such as lightning or heat. An e-mail will be sent out no later than 2 hours before the ride start and details will be posted on social media and on the website homepage. 

• Any and every accident on an Endura Performance activity shall be reported as soon as possible to the Coach who has been provided with an emergency action plan. 

• The Ride Coordinator and Coach will submit a report using the procedures and forms provided by Ontario Cycling

• Accident reports will be maintained on record by Endura Performance for seven (7) years.

Endura Performance Insurance

Endura Performance annually registers with Ontario Cycling (OC), thus obtaining General Liability Insurance coverage for the organization for sanctioned activities and events. General Liability Insurance is designed to protect a club member or Team against any legal responsibility arising out of a negligent act or failure to act as a prudent person would have acted, which results in bodily injury or property damage to another party. 

Membership with Endura Performance is conditional upon all members purchasing an Ontario Cycling membership for that cycling season. With OC membership, a member has access to individual General Liability Insurance coverage and, depending on the level of membership, Sport Accident Medical Benefits coverage while participating in sanctioned activities. Sport Accident coverage provides these members an opportunity to have some medical expenses covered as a result of an injury sustained during a sanctioned activity or event. This program is secondary to Provincial Health Care Program coverage and any existing benefit program coverage of the member. Common expenses can include physiotherapy, dental coverage or coverage for other medical costs. Members should familiarize themselves with the terms of the insurance coverage, and can obtain more details at the OC website.

For anyone needing additional coverage, you can also purchase additional Personal Sport Accident Medical Benefits coverage when obtaining your OC membership. There are two options: Personal Training or Anytime-on-Bike (which includes using your bike for commuting purposes). This additional coverage does NOT cover liability.