Such actions are not so cool as simply needed, “said Jolanta Kupczyk, Head of School and Pre-School Team in Górki Śląskie. Recently amended traffic regulations apply to all pedestrians who, after dark, are moving in undeveloped areas, are obliged to use reflective elements. This is to improve road safety.
Equipping students in reflective vests is not a new idea in the commune of Nędza. – In previous years, they were sent to older students, this year we decided to give them first class. Every child such a reflective element should have, it is a matter of safety, and the best, most visible vest is – said the head of the commune of Národs Anna Iskała.
Until now, the use of pedestrian reflectors on the side of the road has been compulsory for children up to the age of 15. This obligation now covers all pedestrians on the underside of the road. When it gets dark, each of them should be fitted with any reflective element so that it is visible to the driver.
About the safety on the road and not only told the police officers from the police station in Racibórz Kuźnia. The school also visited Sznupek – mascot of the command. – It is important for children to understand that reflections are really important. Especially now, in the autumn and winter, when it gets darker. New regulations are not just another requirement to be fulfilled. Reflective safety vest actually increase safety because they make it visible on the road that the driver can react quickly enough, “said the youngster. Radosław Rolka, District Police Commissar in Racibórz Forge. A pedestrian who travels in darkness without glare, the driver can see only 20 meters away. Visible reflectors increase this distance to more than 150 meters.
A great attraction was a show for the children prepared by the firefighters of the OSP from Misery. Students could see, among others. What is the car body cutting equipment used in roadside rescue when injured are stuck in the car. Each student could also see what the fire truck looks like inside. “The kids see the tie, but they rarely have the chance to meet firefighters, see the equipment they use to save people’s lives,” said Leszek Pietrasz, President of the Board of the Municipal Branch of the TSO Union in Ned. “Anyway, children should be equipped with knowledge of firefighting, security, human help,” he added.
“We had a lot of happiness and joy,” admitted the young Maj. – Many interesting things we learned today! Said Kevin’s colleague. “Well, for example, how to cross the road,” Maja added quickly. – And thanks to these vests we will not lose, because we will be visible! She said. “And the driver can see us quickly,” Kevin added.
Reflective vests with the coat of arms of the Commune of Nędza will also be supplied by high school students in Nida, Babice and Zawada Książęca.