Problems in training and examining of cyclists in Poland

Abstract: The article presents a diagnosis of the problems that affect the quality of the level training and examination of cyclists in Poland. The first part presents statistics on accidents involving cyclists in Poland in the recent years. The current system of training and examining cyclists as well as teachers and instructors is described successively. Additionally, examples of good practice that are used by countries with highly developed cycling culture are shown. Based on the assessment of the current state of affairs and the analysis of the issues, appropriate conclusions were drawn, and recommendations were proposed. They can contribute to the awareness of the need to change the approach in the Polish cycling education system and ultimately to increase the cyclist's sense of safety in road traffic, thus reducing the number of injuries and fatalities. Keywords: Cycling safety; Cyclist; Bicycle training; Training of cyclists; Examining of cyclists; Cycling education; Cycling licence; Cycling proficiency test.