Anseong City Enrolls Citizens in Insurance to Promote Bicycle Use

Up to 10 Million KRW Compensation for Death and Aftereffects
Bicycle Safety Education Also Provided for Students

On the 27th, Anseong City in Gyeonggi Province announced plans to operate safety education and insurance for safe bicycle use in the spring season.

A primary school in Anseong City is conducting bicycle safety education for students.
[Photo by Anseong City]

The city first decided to enroll in bicycle insurance that benefits citizens to promote bicycle use. The bicycle insurance, effective until April 3rd of next year, provides coverage to all residents registered in Anseong, including foreigners.

The coverage includes up to 10 million KRW for death due to bicycle accidents, up to 10 million KRW for permanent disability, and 150,000 to 550,000 KRW for diagnosis fees. Insurance payments will be made regardless of whether the individual has personal indemnity insurance.

Along with this, the city plans to operate 'Bicycle Traffic Safety Education and Experience' for students vulnerable to safety risks starting in March. The education will be coordinated with the Office of Education and individual school schedules. The program includes basic safety-related theory and road riding practice, covering topics such as bicycle safety inspection and management methods, bicycle safety rules, wearing safety equipment, safety signs, and traffic signals.

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