Seeing and being seen is essential in road traffic.
With the change of time last weekend, many pedestrians move at nightfall. This results in an increased risk of accidents since drivers often do not see them well or notice them only at the last moment. Road Safety Luxembourg ASBL, the Ministry of Sustainable Development and Infrastructures and the Police recall some tips to reduce the risk of collision:
Pedestrians: be visible!
Wear clothing with a built-in reflective material, armbands, jackets, reflective tape for clothing, umbrellas, reflective pads – all accessories for long-distance viewing by motorists.
Walk in front of traffic on country roads and wear the mandatory safety vest.
Consider the speed and distance of vehicles approaching before entering the roadway. Make sure you are seen by motorists.
Put a reflective collar on your dog.
Joggers: be visible!
Wear reflective armbands and wear clothing with integrated reflective elements.
Wear a safety vest that is mandatory if you take the road out of town.
Cyclists: be visible!
Make sure the lights and reflectors of your bike are in good condition.
Wear a helmet and a vest or other reflective accessory.
Compulsory bike equipment:
A doorbell
Two brakes
A white or yellow light before
At least 2 reflectors per wheel or continuous reflective tape on the tires
Reflectors on the pedals
A red reflector
A red rear light
Motorists: be visible!
Turn on the lights when visibility conditions require.
Report your maneuvers in good time.
Adapt your speed.
Make sure windows and vehicle lights are clean (in winter cleared of snow or ice).
Take into account the potential errors of vulnerable users in traffic.