Rule from the NSW government webpage on shared path safety (
http://www.rta.nsw.gov.au/roadsafety/bi ... paths.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;)
"Use your bell to let people know you are approaching."
Rule from the WA government webpage on shared path safety and courtesy (
http://www.transport.wa.gov.au/activetr ... /24950.asp" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;)
"When approaching pedestrians from behind, always ring your bell about 30 metres before reaching them. If they are aware of your presence with plenty of time to spare, they are less likely to make sudden sideways movements."
From the Austroads government document on shared path safety
"Rule 258 – a person must not ride a bicycle that does not have a bell, horn, or similar warning device in working order. "
and for WA
"Courtesy also indicates that the cyclist should slow down when passing pedestrians and
should always ring the bell about 30 m before reaching them."
and for SA
"when riding on any path, the rider
must exercise due care and consideration for pedestrians and other users, give warning to pedestrians or other users of approach by sounding the bell or horn"
and for ACT
"If approaching pedestrians from behind, cyclists
must ring their bell to let them know they are coming, slow down as they pass and give them right of way."
Rule from the VICRoads government webpage on shared path courtesy and safety (
http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/Home/Saf ... dPaths.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;)
"All bike riders are required to have a bell or similar warning device on their bicycle. When overtaking other path users they should use this warning device or their voice to warn others."
I mean, it seems to be a universal requirement everywhere you go.
arkle