Category: reflective vest

Policemen remind people to wear reflective vest

Youngsters could watch the police car and its equipment with reflective tape and quads. In addition, guests have the opportunity to try glasses, which is an educational tool that simulates the impact of alcohol on the human body.

On Sunday, police were invited to open the motorcycle season. Nearly four hundred motorcyclists attended the event. During the event, the cops gave out reflective vests and reflective bands. During the two outdoor events, the officers carried out the activities “I am in danger”. The main objective of the initiative initiated by the Ministry of Interior and Administration is to draw young people’s attention to security issues. Prizes for participants in police competitions were purchased from the Commune Committee for Alcohol Problem Solving. This is another prevention project by police officers promoting safe rest. The District Police Headquarters in Stalwart Wolli visited the students of Primary School No. 4 in Randomizer. The police officers brought the secrets of their work together, talked about safety on the road and in various everyday situations. The students visited the building with great interest. Police officers from the Prevention Department at the meeting not only told about the uniform work, but also interested in all the equipment that is equipped with each policeman. During the meeting, the students watched a blue room, learned where it was being used, and where they were staying.

In addition, children watched police cars and quads and saw the work of forensic technicians. Pupils also watched a show of dog training. Police officers talked to the youngest on road safety. The policewoman reminded the children where to safely cross the road and which side of the street to move. She also reminded me how important it is to wear reflective elements that have a significant impact on our safety. Every child received a reflective band from the police.

Dark athletes need reflective jacket

Recent studies highlight how “I have not seen it” is the main cause of incident for those who move on foot, bike or motorcycle in the city without wearing reflective vest.

Starting from this consideration, the French start-up, Urban Circus, has made Jongleur a jacket designed precisely to avoid unnoticed passage.

The starting point seems to be that of a normal aviator bomber that went to the bigger in the ’90s, so double-face, to which they added a hood and orange cover on a hyper-reflective material that almost seems to be a brightness amplifier visible from 200 meters away.

The orange reflective tape is characterized by a motif that resembles wheels, cut oranges or, in any case, circular circles.

The jacket, although it still needs some further attention, particularly in detail and design, is likely to become an element of indispensable clothing for all those who use the bicycle in the darkest hours, particularly along the darkest provincial roads, where The greater the risk of getting into the perfume “I have not seen it” and hopefully soon comes to permanently supplant the reflective vest that resembles so much the garments of those who work on the road construction sites.

The sale price for this item is 130 € and is available on the manufacturer’s website, although the small sizes are already out of stock, while on the platform it is possible to book the heads of the new collection, which are definitely more sought-after and more attentive.

In short, Jongleur is a reflective jacket that may not please, but we are sure it will become an interesting reference for all those who make clothing for the commuter.

Reflective jacket has a protective effect on riders

Season fully – the last moment to get the most needed scooter gear. These are undoubtedly the safety vest. And although it may seem that ever warmer weather frees us from the obligation to wear this piece of clothing, yet everyone who has been on a scooter for some time knows that even in the heat it can be quite cool on our bike.

But protection from the cold is not the only function of the jacket that every scooter driver should get. He should – because next to the glove is the primary element of every driver who seriously approaches traveling on a scooter. And what really makes us a jacket at all?

Protects against the cold – riding on the scooter most exposed to the momentum of air is our torso. This means that our body gives away the warmth of practically the largest possible surface. Thanks to that we do not freeze as fast as our internal organs keep warming up. However, when the journey takes a little longer, the cooling is already very severe. This feeling is well known to people who have been riding a scooter for several hours. Then even the warmest bath will not help, because we feel that we are cold inside. It is neither pleasant nor healthy. The reflective vest also protects the areas of the fastest heat loss – arms and hands.

It protects against injuries – already medium quality jackets have special stiffeners and protectors in the most sensitive places. In this way, in the event of an accident, they protect primarily the most vulnerable joints – elbow and shoulder joints. It is not an “iron protection” that will protect us from a truck encounter, but in case of contact with the asphalt is enough. Good jackets also have stiffening on the back. Of course, they are far from the “turtles” motorcycle, but the speed developed by scooters is not astronomical.

Provides better visibility – although in the case of jackets for motorcycles and scooters the dominant color is black, but the latest specials are equipped with special reflective trim. Such white stripes (often very narrow ones) sewn into the clothes very well reflect the light and make us become visible a few hundred meters away. At dusk and at night it can save our lives.

Should you look at her brand when choosing a reflective jacket? Not necessarily. Sometimes it is worth to go to motorbike fairs and look for the most suitable clothes there. Sometimes cheaper models are as well equipped and made as branded ones. However, there are things that you absolutely must pay attention when buying a jacket.

Bicycle helmet and vest is compulsory for children

The government measure imposing helmet and safety vest aims to educate adults about their responsibilities and the risks if they do not apply it.

 

A fine of 90 Euros if the child is not wearing a bicycle helmet

As of March 22, 2017, children under 12 must wear a helmet when they will practice cycling. The decree published in the Official Gazette of December 22, is aimed at young drivers and young passengers traveling on the bike with an adult. In case of non-compliance, the parents or the person responsible for the child will face a fourth class fine amounting to 90 Euros.

 

The government website provides figures whose results are clear: “The helmet reduces the risk of serious head injury by 70%, the risk of minor injury by 31% and the risk of facial injury by 28%.” It also highlights the vulnerability of younger (children under 6 years): “Wearing a helmet and reflective tape drastically reduces the risk of loss of consciousness: more than 10 km / h it goes from 98% in the case of a non 0.1% for a helmeted head.”

 

The helmet must be marked EC

As for the helmet, it must meet important criteria: it must be approved and marked CE. It necessarily has three distinct layers: a cap (outdoor), a padding located under the cap for absorbing impact shock and cushioning comfort. It must also offer good visibility and allow wearing glasses.

 

There is other obligations equipment. The bicycle must be equipped with a buzzer, to front and rear brakes, a reflective tape on the pedals and lights at both ends. In case of night traffic, cyclists must wear a self-reflective vest. Moreover, the government website emphasizes the role of parents” through the example “teach their children to be equipped.”It was found that the helmet equipped children parents are already inclined to wear themselves.”

Running in the dark with wearing reflective clothing

Especially in winter, when the sun rises late and sets early in the daylight savings time, it is inevitable go running in the dark, or otherwise in poor lighting conditions, it’s dangerous if you not wear a reflective vest. And unfortunately there is not always a way to go running on exclusive tracks for runners and closed to traffic: you often end up running in the street and on the sidewalks with the consequent dangers data from the car and motorcycle traffic.

 

When it comes to race with the dark, it is therefore essential to think first of their own safety, trying to make sure to be as visible as possible.

  1. Use clothing with reflective fabric inserts

Especially in the lines of ‘ clothing for running in winter now all brands fit Reflective patches or fluorescent colors at will: look for those with the greatest surface for high visibility (and obviously forgets jackets and tight uniform dark color).

 

  1. Highlight especially the moving parts

Put yourself in the shoes of a motorist lost in thought: see you better, earlier and more clearly if he sees something moving lighted on his horizon. Then add reflective bands on the legs, arms and if you also to shoes (you can also use the reflective tape on the heel).

 

  1. Use flashing lights

For the same reason, the flashing lights will capture more easily the attention of a driver with respect to the fixed lights: ok then the headlamp, but also holds a torch, or fastens forearm a small light bulb, and put them in the intermittent mode.

Test: RPM LS Jersey by reflective fabric

Spring has now arrived but despite temperatures above the seasonal average days still requires sufficient coverage of the body, especially the bust, to address peacefully the workouts in the saddle. The Italian Cycling RPM offers LS jersey made by reflective fabric, a jersey from thin cut that still offers excellent protection levels. That’s our opinion.

 

The LS Jersey is a knitted from very tight fit and made entirely with Roubaix fabric, a fiber cutting edge in the field of thermal clothing, able to maintain optimal levels of heat and at the same time softness and strength even in the most critical situations.

 

On the rear side has the three classic open pockets with the addition of a fourth hydrophobic pocket and with zip.

The LS Jersey has several reflective details. We find, in fact, along the top edge of the pockets, front shoulders, and on the logos on the side seam.

A very light-weight knit, in fact, the weight we found, in size M, was 292 grams.

The Jersey LS is available in sizes XS to XXL and in all black.

The LS Jersey has a very tight fit, but still allows you to accommodate an intimate mesh inside. The cut is equally soft, with the attractively sweatshirt inner surface.

 

The closure is comfortable, with the zip which can also be easily handled with the glove. The collar is slightly raised helps to protect the throat from the cold, also adheres well without causing discomfort, thanks to the presence of soft protective seal that prevents contact of zip in his throat.

 

The elasticity is excellent and comes out well to go along with every movement. The cuffs adhere well without creating any constraint; the sleeves have a length such as not to hinder the movements of the arms and the rear panel effectively covers the back, while remaining firmly in place also by addressing the technical sections, while not being provided on the brink of an internal insert in silicone.

 

In the presence of extremely low temperatures, the LS Jersey requires one additional outer layer, but it is during the autumn and spring outputs, with temperatures that are around approximately 15°, this reflective vest gives the best of itself. It can, in fact, to maintain a constant body temperature without excessive overheating. If, however, you start to sweat, we appreciated his talents and sweat absorption of perspiration, resulting in keeping the skin dry. Obviously this is not a windproof boss or rain, so in such cases is to be combined, for example, to a windproof vest or a light rain jacket.

 

The back pockets were large and well accessible. It should also be appreciated, the presence of the fourth zip pocket, which is useful to contain objects of a certain value, such as documents or keys, but it is also able to comfortably hold a mobile phone and protect it well from the rain, given that the interior is water-repellent.

As always, one appreciates the presence of numerous reflective tape details, which are always welcome on this type of mesh that will be used in the less long days and, therefore, more subject to the diminution of light.

 

RPM has become accustomed to Heads of highly technical clothing, as well as comfortable, able to enhance the athletic movement of the pedal. The shirt LS Jersey fully reflects these features, proving to be a solid choice for the weeks preceding and following the coldest time of the year.

No safety vests for conductors NS

NS does not intend to equip conductors with a safety vest. Those were suggestions after Monday showed that NS in the new tender for these vests had entered the ability to accommodate increasing the number to 10,000. Initially only the replacement of 700 vests Safety & Service employees. But NS says that such a margin is normal.

 

This allows the rail carrier know in response to the tender. According to NS is the standard that a contract shall include the possibility of ordering higher quantities than are needed. “Should there be need vests in the future, this train does not launch new tender to acquire the armor.”

 

Safety reflective vests

Now it’s wearing only employees engaged in security at NS Such vests and need to be replaced. Therefore NS Monday issued a tender for the new vests. It initially pinpoint the replacement of 700 jackets, but also includes the ability to deliver accommodate up to 10,000 employees’ from the second delivery year or when changing safety. “NS stressed, however, in a reaction to have no plans as well to equip conductors with a safety vest.

 

These vests with reflective tape protect the V & S employees from attacks by weapons and physical mewled. Verde let the carrier know aggression to counteract in other ways, such as shutting down the stations with turnstiles, the deployment of field agents and extra surveillance. Moreover, the carrier will improve public safety by from June on nights after 22:00 standard two conductors on the train and mobile V & S teams on the other nights.

 

A thief robbed a reflective vest in the car

Police officers are searching for the unknown thief who chose an unusual disguise. Cars parked in the street walked wearing a reflective vest. He stole two bags in which they were stored stuff for three quarters of a million. Police were looking for him since September 9, now appeals to the public.

 

“An unknown offender shortly before three o’clock in the afternoon, first peered into the vehicle. When the seat saw two bags, did not hesitate, broke a window and travel bags alienated, “said police spokeswoman Vista.

The plunder for three quarters of a million, then quickly ran into the bushes, where they originally came from.

 

Hundreds of thousands in cash and watches

According to police luggage hid hundreds of thousands of crowns in cash, jewelry, cosmetics, clothing and shoes. Police in safety vest managed to get a photo stolen ladies watch brand beetling, which are likely to suspect a man tried to sell.

 

“Although the record did not capture the face of the suspect, he might know someone, for example by walking or style of clothing. Detectives are therefore now after exhausting other options are turning to the public for help, “said Martin.

If anyone could suspect the man on the tape identified, can call the hotline 158th “Detectives are investigating the case on suspicion of committing crimes criminal damage and theft, for which the offender if caught and convicted threatens imprisonment for up to eight years,” said Martin in reflective jacket.

 

Reflective vest let you run illuminate in the dark

See and be seen are the two most important principles of night running. Over the winter, moreover runners withdrew from the woods on bicycle paths, therefore they must reckon with other road users than deer and hares. We looked at how to outwit jogging in the dark.

 

Reflective elements

Reflective material elements visible from all directions are the very basis for anyone after dark issues into operation. In purely cross-country brands even created a special series, which boasts an extremely high amount of reflective surfaces. If your clothes still missing reflective clothes, do not be sad. Flexible reflective tapes can be bought for a few cents literally a visibility problem is that very easily solved. To resolve the presence of reflective surfaces elegant way, there are also self-adhesive or iron-on reflective stripes, which can easily enhance any piece of sportswear.

However, if you get when running on the unlit space, you’ll need something better.

 

Headlights

Headlamps are the best friend the night approaching kilometers. You not only because of them you will see the feet on uneven surfaces, but also about themselves you know all runners and cyclists in the opposite direction.

The basic parameter for selecting the headlamps is its performance. Among the cheapest flimsy lamps include a relatively weak performance, with around one hundred lumens. They are most suited to running on the road and smooth bike paths where you only need a weak beam and more than exploring the terrain is important for you to draw attention to their presence nearby.

 

Choosing headlamp role lumens, control and power

If you run regularly along broken roads or paved rural and forest trails, look around rather to stronger with power from two to four hundred lumens. You will no longer strong enough to comfortably illuminate the terrain a few meters in front of you, allowing you to run over rough surfaces without the risk ankle.

For lovers of difficult terrain, there are then the most powerful (and expensive) headlamps with power from 500 to 1000 lumens. That’s quite a glow that turns night into day, but also a gaping hole burned into the retinas of runners in the opposite direction. Remember, therefore, on busy roads spotlight adequately mute.

What illuminate the area in front of you is concerned; looking headlamps competition is very difficult. Your back remains unlit, and especially the weaker headlamp beam of light can be seen from the rear until relatively late.

Therefore, it is good to combine headlamp with something that will take care of it, so you could see not only the front but also behind.

 

This role is played to perfection variety blink and lights, which can be clipped to the body. Runners most sought reflective tape with red LEDs that can be on the ankle or arm. In addition to the bands worth mentioning even blink or snap clips that can easily be clipped to a backpack or bottom edge of the jacket.

The big advantage of such opportunity is turning your bike into any side so that their LEDs shine exactly the direction that you need. Most often, you may encounter a red light, but also newly emerging blue and green flashing light that can attract the attention of an unusual color even slightly better than the traditional red color. To run unlit passages can, however, their shine will not be enough.

 

Reflective safety vests

The final safety feature designed for running in the dark as reflective vests with integrated LEDs. These to some extent combine the advantages of the preceding variants. Vests are usually made from lightweight mesh neon bright colors and are thickly dotted with large reflective surfaces. For the better then missing two strips of LEDs on the chest and back, which can be separately controlled?

Diodes significantly increase the efficiency of reflective vests and enable its use also on unlit places. Leading white LEDs will never be able to have such power to replace the headlamp, but for occasional overrun unlit section that should be enough. Practically unusable, however, vest provided that run with a backpack.

 

My solution

Personally, I prefer a combination headlamp and snap blink (reflective elements on a backpack and clothes are commonplace). I choose a headlamp with high performance that pleasantly and dense fog, which is typical for winter Brno. Another advantage is the fact that the maximum intensity of the light can be used instead of a short flash of the bell, alert and my presence pedestrian and dog-friendly, which I pass on the cycle path.

 

Snap-flashing clip suits me because it is very easy to attach to a backpack that I am back in the evening running from work almost every day. Due to running with a backpack unfortunately out of the game use a reflective vest.

Police motorcyclist fine for not carrying reflective vest

The case went viral on social networks and reached the ears of the Cohasset, where indicated that the completed part is illegal.

 

Do motorcyclists must wear reflective vest?

That is the question that, 23, after Friday Temuco out for a walk on his motorcycle and was fined by police for not wearing a reflective vest.

 

“I was going way to Farm when I bumped into a couple of carabineer who performed a routine check. I asked the papers and as a day and had everything in order, I remained calm,” said the young man LUN.

 

He added that “we were finishing when that stare and ask each other: ‘What do we do with the reflective safety vest? We pass the offense or not? The police were uncertain what to do.”

 

Braham said at the crossroads, one of the customs officers decided to take the radio and ask, getting in response a ‘yes’, so it must be presented in the local police court on 12 January.

 

His case went viral on social networks and reached the ears of the National Traffic Safety Commission, who confirmed through his Twitter account that the completed part is illegal.

 

Despite Cohasset clarifying the doubts on this issue it is because Article 75 of the modified decree 164 of the Ministry of Transport not specified which vehicles must have the vest.

 

It is recalled that the only obligations of clothing of motorcyclists are those in the decrees 231 and 234 of the Road Traffic Act, which relate to the clothing biker and using reflective material in the hull.