Resources to support principals

• E-bike general risk assessment - sample DOC 235KB (staff only)

A general risk assessment for e-bikes has been developed by Work Health and Safety to identify hazards, risks and control actions to support schools in managing e-bike safety.

• Lithium-ion batteries - usage, storage and management fact sheet PDF 102KB (staff only)

Guidance for schools on safely managing e-bikes on site, including restrictions on battery charging, and advice on safe storage to reduce fire risk.

Resources to share with families

Department of Education

• E-bike social media and newsletter templates DOC 5MB (staff only)

Sample e-bike newsletter flyer and social media posts designed to support schools in promoting safe e-bike purchase, use and storage on school grounds. These can be edited and contextualised in Canva.

• Bicycle/e-bike riders school templates
  • Primary school template DOC 550KB
  • High school template DOC 90KB

These templates provide bicycle/e-bike rider safety guidelines and safety agreement for schools to edit and share with parents/carers/students. The templates also include a guide to bicycle maintenance and correctly fitting a helmet.

• Sample letter for non helmet bike riders DOC 44KB (staff only)

A template letter for schools to communicate with parents/carers and students about the importance of wearing a helmet and the legal requirements, particularly where a student repeatedly chooses not to wear one.

• Safe and responsible use of e-bikes – sample parent letter

A template letter for schools to communicate with parents/carers and students about the expected safe, legal and responsible use of e-bikes when travelling to and from school.

Transport for NSW

• Bicycles and e-bikes in NSW: safety, rules and where to ride

The webpage contains information on choosing, maintaining and riding bicycles and e-bikes.

• E-bike frequently asked questions
  • E-bike FAQs PDF 184KB
  • E-bike FAQs webpage

Provides comprehensive information on the legal standards, safety rules, planned regulatory changes, enforcement measures, fire risk management, and safe use practices for e-bikes in NSW.

• E-bikes: Advice for families PDF 1.5MB

The fact sheet defines e-bikes, identifies legal requirements and provides safe riding tips for students and their families.

• E-bikes: ride smart PDF 197KB

The flyer provides important safety tips, legal guidelines, and benefits of using e-bikes in NSW, including how to ride, charge, and recycle them responsibly.

• Bikes, e-bikes and e-scooters flyer PDF 1.3MB

The flyer provides important safety rules and regulations for the use of bicycles, e-bikes, e-scooters, and e-skateboards in NSW, including helmet requirements, speed and power limits, and where these devices can be used.

Resources to support teaching and learning

Department of Education

• E-bikes: Getting to and from school safely (staff only)

An editable PowerPoint (4.8MB) designed for schools to share important e-bike messages with students and families. The presentation should be adapted to suit your schools’ specific needs.

• Stage 4 teaching and learing activity - Exploring e-bikes in NSW (PDF 606KB)

This activity helps students understand the rules and laws surrounding e-bikes by exploring the differences between power-assisted pedal cycles, electrically power-assisted cycles, and the prohibition of petrol-powered bicycles.

Transport for NSW

• E-bike quizzes
  • E-bikes: What do you know about them? (html)
  • E-bikes: What do you know about the rules and safe riding? (html)

These quizzes build student understanding of e-bike rules and safe riding behaviours.