How to be seen at night without reflective vests

Walking around in the dark without street without wearing reflective element today is not exactly safe. Not only you might be hit by a car, but you could get fined. But what if you do not wear a reflective vest? Alternatives are reflective sprays that can be used on clothing, metal and on animals.

 

Reflective aerosols and elements

In the dark, with only reflective elements

In February this year entered into an amendment of the Road Traffic Act, which many of you, especially those who like to indulge in evening walks for the city, certainly noticed. It is pedestrians who are moving or pulled to the side of the road outside the village of reduced visibility (in the place where there is no public lighting), ordered to wear reflective element.

Reduced visibility does not mean only darkness, but also the dark or fog. Purpose of the regulation is clear – to avoid an impending collision with pedestrians passing cars.

 

Make a reflective element alone

When you say the reflective elements, probably comes to mind her tasteless bright yellow or orange vest, which is a mandatory part. Fortunately, the law requires you to wear it, but apparently sufficient complement of any visible retro reflective material – one that reflects light.

 

So you can buy, for example, reflective tape. A more sophisticated alternative is to spray reflective ALBEDO100 (can be purchased at the e-shop 4MS.cz), with which you can produce a reflective element almost everything. Also available are various types of reflective sprays which can be applied to various materials.

 

Reflective aerosols ALBEDO100

Classics are reflective sprays on textiles, which can be used for clothes, shoes or even a bag or backpack. Although color is waterproof, it can be washed without any problems in the machine. The reflective sprays can also buy various templates that make the mandatory reflective element changes in stylish decoration.

 

Visibility Reflective pedestrians and spray elements

ALBEDO100 also manufactures reflective sprays for metal, wood and plastic, for example, suitable for bicycles, prams, helmets, but also on fences or gate. The paint is resistant to sunlight, wind and rain, but does not damage the surface. Those who are at night worried about their pets could then throw waterproof reflective sprays on animals, which can be easily washed off with shampoo.

 

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.

 

New reflective uniforms for city workers

Municipal workers Caseros of works, services and RSU premiere uniforms

With new safety vest City Council renews and homogenizes the uniformity of all workers who perform their work on the street. In addition to improving visibility and safety adapted to the needs of each job

 

Personnel from the area have enjoyed the views of operators when choosing new uniforms to suit the demands of each job and whose acquisition has been coordinated by the Association Committee. Each worker received a team of two garments made up pants, polo shirt or jersey, thermal jacket, boots and suit special water in case the work of street cleaning and garbage collection (RSU). The Deputy Chief Mayor of staff, Juan Luis, explained that with these new clothes, the City Council has sought to renew and improve the uniformity of the workforce who performs their work on the street, thus enabling municipal services they are provided with the best possible conditions.

 

On that occasion it was decided by more standardized colors like blue combined with fluorescent yellow, optimizing the visibility of operators with bands incorporating retro-reflective material garments. And adapting to all security measures, for what has taken into account the requirements of each job as in the case of electricians, whose clothing is also anti – static and fire retardant.

 

The City Council has allocated a batch of 12,500 Euros to the acquisition of the first batch of uniforms for workers 46 permanent staff works, services, drivers and RSU. Some employees have received more than two costumes for the functions they perform in their jobs, as in the case of painters or bus drivers, who also perform other services. In addition, the Department of Personnel will allocate another around 5,000 Euros for summer uniforms starting two garments for each worker made up pants, polo or short-sleeved shirt and reflective jacket, and whose delivery is expected in the coming months.

Mandatory carriage of reflective vests in private vehicles

Security measure seeks to reduce the risk of abuse due to lack of visibility. Fines would reach $ 22 billion. From January 1, 2016 will begin to be mandatory carrying of high visibility vests inside private vehicles. The measure aims to reduce the risk of collision with drivers for some emergency must descend from his car.

 

Undersecretary of Transport, Cristián Bowen, told  T13  a person without an accessory of these features is visible to twenty meters, with the vest since it is possible to spot it at 150 meters.

In Intervial route, we deliver reflective vest for drivers. Since the mandatory year in prox car Kit. On the characteristics that must have safety vest, Bowen said that no matter the color and “the important thing is that fluoresce and also has reflective elements.”

 

“It’s the cheapest life insurance I know,” he added.

Fines for not carrying the article will be about $ 22 billion and Undersecretary explained that it is important that this safety vest be carried into the cabin of the car to avoid the risk of going to look for the trunk.

Conductors marks the first days of reflective vest

Some keep the garment in the suitcase or the passenger seat, and believe that is only used on the road. Study of Automobile Club of Chile notes is that 81% of respondents approve of the measure.

 

He is dressed safety vest permanently in the day, they carry extended in the back or carry it in inappropriate places, such as the case of the vehicle seat. So drivers behaved four days became effective the requirement of the Ministry of Transport, carry a reflective vest to prevent accidents in low light hours.

 

Andrés Ceria, commercial engineer who lives in Bain, said that in that commune two extremes are presented: “There are people who wear the garment as part of daily dress and others leave it in the passenger seat.” He adds that “a third problem is that were exhausted, especially in small towns.”

 

Sergio, a taxi driver for more than 30 years ago, said support the use of new safety device drivers, although not clear where “I know they have to be used on highways or roads, but not on the streets (of cities) “.

 

Edgar Munoz, driver of Puente Alto, said that has no reflective jacket because “we are ramping up”. He also said that when you purchase this dress will keep in the trunk. Pedro, school transport, said the vest “is used cargo vehicles and is optional for the rest.”

 

José Luis Ojeda, commander of police in the area Transit and Highways, said that despite doubts after the audit made during the weekend of the New Year, “the perception is that people understood the meaning of the measure. It was understood that on highways and rural roads should wear this dress, although not required to do so “.

 

Low in stock

In the government they explained that there was a year for private prepare for the massive purchase of these objects. Christian Bowen, deputy transport, said that “the boom by having the reflective vest also shows an awareness of Chileans respect of road safety”. The authority added that the decree requires the carriage was published in September 2014. “In other words, there was one year and three months to inform importers of the measure and be able to source the stock necessary.”

 

A survey in trade shows that this garment practically sold out in the retail and hardware stores, so they have had to apply for new shipments. In shops aimed at cars, local only that Monday had the devices, where were sold at $ 6,990.

Stores are available only orange colored devices (at a price of $ 13,990), which are not allowed, as the mandatory tone is yellow.

Meanwhile, the Chilean Safety Association distributes the garment to affiliated companies for the category of transportation.

 

Despite the difficulties to be fully implemented the new provision, a study by the Automobile Club de Chile found that 81% of respondents supported the demand. Meanwhile, 64% say they would use reflective vest in an emergency overnight. “The results are positive; because we are reactionaries obligations like this in Chile. However, it does draw attention to the social networks that make fun of the provision, “said Alberto Escobar, manager of public affairs of the entity.

 

The safety of cyclists reviewed by the brand Wow

The visibility of the cyclist will always remain one of the most important topics in road safety. And to protect these, many products and brands offer equipment to be seen. This is the case of Wow, a brand specializing in highly reflective vest and accessories.

 

But then, what is their element of differentiation? The answer is simple: Wow products are perfectly adapted to the needs of urban and sports cyclists, who seek comfort and safety. So in the event of an outing in bad weather or low light, here is a list of high-visibility clothing and accessories.

 

Headband

This headband effectively protects the cyclists’ ears against the cold and wind. It is possible to wear it under its bicycle helmet. The visibility of the cyclist is enhanced by its reflective material and its black and dark gray fluorescent colors. On the comfort side, the headband has a thermal insulation coating, a fleece interior and a breathable fabric. It is available in one size, thanks to its extensible material.

 

 

Reflective jacket 2.0

This jacket protects bust and arms against wind and cold. It makes it possible to make the cyclist visible at 360 degrees thanks to well-placed reflective zones, and zippered pockets. This jacket combines comfort and lightness: it has ventilations under the arms and in the back. It is available for women (size 36 / XS to 38 / XL), and for men (size 38 / S to 52 / XXL).

 

Pair of gloves 3.0

This pair of gloves protects cyclists’ hands against cold and rain, thanks to their thermal and waterproof fabric, in addition to a polar interior. On the visibility side, gloves have a large reflective surface, with yellow, black and dark gray fluorescent colors. Their tactile lining on the thumb and forefinger, allows the cyclist to consult his phone without removing them. Comfortable, the gloves have an internal silicone at the handle. This pair is available in sizes S, M, L, XL (palm width of 7.8, 9.10 cm).

 

Backpack

This backpack is perfectly suited for urban cyclists who want to carry their bags or handbags, as well as sports cyclists for their hiking business. Fluorescent during the day, reflective at night thanks to its broad gray band, this bag is perfectly compliant in terms of visibility. Its wide opening and small closure are thanks to its strong cords. It measures 42 x 34 cm (height x width).

 

Smartphone Armband

Small favorite for this support Smartphone: it can carry a phone whose maximum size is 4.7 inches. It is very practical to read its music and to measure its performances while pedaling thanks to its transparent tactile coating! Its internal flap makes the Smartphone stable, and an output is provided to pass its headphones. Reflective material is perfectly visible. Simple fastening is done quickly by an elastic band and Velcro, on a turn of arms.

Save fluorescent jackets chickens from the accidental

Entrepreneurs in England have discovered a groundbreaking niche: safety vests for domestic fowl. The demand is high.

 

What tempted at first to smile turns out to be useful invention. The safety vest provides comfort and protection at the same time and also increases the visibility of the chickens at night. The idea came to the English company due to requests of some customers. John Paul explains: “Many of our customers keep the chickens in her garden and the last winter was very cold. Then, the customers have warmly recommended designing a cloak for the chickens so that they no longer have to freeze. “The reflective surface protection is also guaranteed by road. Thus, the company killed two birds with one stone.

 

The online shop from Oxford shire has everything you could wish the animal holder heart – and much more. Originally sold to chicken coops, but now the range has been enlarged. The safety vest by reflective fabric for our feathered friends came last October at the market. So far 1500 pieces around the world were sold.

 

The company had six prototypes for a vest elaborated that warm the chicken and in its normal activity should not restrict. The breathable, weather resistant fabric the outside reflects light and draws attention in traffic to itself. The inside is used for heating the chicken and consists, which was developed by NASA and serves as an excellent insulator. Even if the chickens are not planning any space mission, they will be protected from wind, rain and snow. Cost point for a vest: 20 francs.

 

“At first, the chicken ran backwards …”

In the UK, the company meets with big run – which is obviously one million households who own domestic hens. These holders also include Sandaled Ali. They reported positive experiences with the vest. “We were looking for something that keeps you warm our chickens in winter. Then we came across these fluorescent jackets. Initially we found it funny, but then it turned out to be very useful. When the chickens were wearing the reflective vest, she suddenly ran back, but after a few minutes, she got used to the new cloak. ”

 

If the trend from the United Kingdom should also be well received in Switzerland, be prepared, if you like a chicken should come at a joyride in the way!

 

 

 

ADAC calls safety vests back

They shine only 20 instead of 25 yards – therefore the ADAC has recalled hundreds of thousands of safety vests for school children. The specimens that were now distributed in southern Baden are, but not objectionable.

 

In the presence of Mayor Otto the first years of the Clara-school feature in Freiburg with the new vest on Wednesday; similar actions were recorded for example in Emending Fermat.

 

“I think you see it from properly cute!” Mayor Otto has gathered in the schoolyard for trial wearing the bright yellow vests. The action has a good reason: “all 17 minutes detects a child under 15 years of a car on German roads, and often only because it is not seen or too late,” says Volker, Chairman of ADAC. Therefore, the foundation “Gerber Engel” ADAC has launched together with the aid organization “Kinder” and Deutsche Post AG, the action “Traffic Detectives” to life, to make the journey to school for first graders even safer.

 

Dangers in the dark season

Are particularly high accident rates of young road users in autumn and winter, when darkness, diffused light and fog impair visibility? But at other times it is important to be always attentive on the road. How quickly can cause a little carelessness in an accident, as a six year old boy in Freiburg’s Riesel fled was hit by a tram and fatally injured showed, for example, in May 2006.

 

Around 16,000 schools in Germany should receive the school year a total of 750,000 West. Since the first delivery of the West produced in China but shone not 25, but only 20 meters wide, it is complaining that the ADAC but so that it will take with the nationwide delivery a little.

 

Receive new reflective vest in Freiburg 27 primary and special schools. According to the ADAC spokesman Thomas Wyle the sewage-graders have been already supplied with the new western version with full radiance.

More elegantly stowing warning reflective vests

From 1 July onwards the general warning vigilance (European standard EN 471) applies in Germany. For this purpose, the Group is presenting an interior idea that not only increases the safety of the vehicle occupants, but also serves premium requirements.

 

As the interior experts emphasize, many drivers know the importance of the safety vest. But their sight is anything but beautiful, since the reflective signal colors often contrast strongly with the noble surfaces of a high-quality interior. To ensure that drivers are no longer required to stow away the legally prescribed warning vests in the door pockets, the glove compartment or even in the footwall, the warning vests in the interior idea of ​​the Darla Group disappear in several small suspension units. These can be located, for example, in the center console, in the instrument panel as well as in the door panels and are therefore no longer visible. As a result, the noble look of the premium interior is not impaired by the bright neon colors of the warning vests and, in case of emergency, the life guard is nevertheless easy to find.

 

Level 1: Warning indicator after activation of the hazard warning light. If the hazard warning system is activated in the event of a breakdown, the occupants can, by touching, open the respective roof cover itself, then quickly remove their warning vestiges, overlap and then leave the vehicle. With an optical indication, which starts to light up when the warning light is activated, the Darla Group ensures that vehicle occupants also know exactly where the high visibility vest suspensions can be found even at night or in low light conditions.

 

The expert for interior systems of premium vehicles makes use of his leather competences, among other things. Thus, on the leather-clad areas of the cockpit only light-colored light arrows are visible, which indicate the exact position of the warning vest compartments to the occupants. This is made possible by backlit leather, in which the corresponding areas are penetrated by a translucent micro-perforation, which is not visible in the normal case. In addition, the edges of the covers of the warning vest compartments should also be illuminated for better visibility.

 

Stage 2: Automatic to wear a warning vest after an accident

In an accident where the airbags are triggered, the life-saving warning vests come out of the interior compartments at the same time and are ready to be used with lightning speed. According to the idea of ​​the automotive supplier, the airbag sensors should also immediately trigger the release of the warning vests during a crash. The principle is comparable to a sudden pressure drop in an aircraft cabin, in which the oxygen masks also fall automatically from folding compartments above the seats.

Also here, according to the idea of ​​the Darla Group, ensure the colored light arrows? And even in very poor light and visibility conditions, such as after an airbag shot, in which gases and talcum are thrown through the air and can obscure visibility. In addition, in an accident, the vehicle occupants are often in an extreme stress situation. The handle for the life-saving warning reflective vest is therefore to be intuitive, very fast and easy. The Darla Group is now looking for car manufacturers for the joint development of the interior idea.

Reflectors for pedestrians

German transport politicians dream like zero fatalities. For this purpose they have to decide but also unpopular things. For example, a duty-high visibility vest for pedestrians in the winter as implemented in the Nordic countries.

 

Stuttgart – The number of deaths is expected to rise in Germany this year for the second time in a row again – after a long period of decline. Experts expect about 3450 victims, 2014 were 3377. Almost 16 percent of traffic fatalities last year were pedestrians, more than a third of the 523 killed in traffic pedestrian died in the months of November to January. This figure could be halved, if you believe the studies that come from Nordic countries. Where it is dark in the winter especially long, are reflectors on clothes for pedestrian’s duty.

 

One reader, in Finland grew, told our newspaper, as the runs there: “Every year, in the fall of the great memories – Radio, TV, newspapers, everywhere, Embark visible – forget the reflectors not ‘!.” Even a child never let out the children without reflectors her grandmother. “She did well to us that they as adults during the day has its reflector in his coat pocket and in the evening reshot on tape, so that the hanging at knee level, because the amount the cars have their lights.”

 

Even a small plastic piece that reflects the light of the cars would help. According to Finnish studies, a motorist at night a passerby with reflector detect already 150 meters before. Without reflector is only 40 meters.

 

Prescribing want you in this country nothing

In Finland reflectors since 2003 duty in Germany, they have so far not been successful at pedestrians. School starters wear perhaps reflective safety vest and luminous satchel. Most adults, however, are without reflectors on the road – in winter also often even in dark clothes.

That it would be different better, one acknowledges the Baden-Württemberg Ministry of Transport. “It would have a positive road safety effect if all would move only dressed with reflective and light-colored clothes in public places at night always”, it says. But not everything Am working was also appropriate.

 

France has a high visibility vests mandatory for cyclists

In plain language, Hereby introduce a mandatory reflectors as in Finland or excite at the federal level, we do not think the Stuttgart Department of Transportation. “We inform people about the safety by bright or reflective clothing,” said a spokesman. “People can then decide for themselves how they want to behave.”

 

Also in terms of the visibility of cyclists, are employed in this country to inspect and voluntary. Focus of awareness campaigns is the lighting on the bicycle. The General German Bicycle Club (ADFC) shows students for example by means of a dark tunnel, how bad cyclists are seen without reflectors and lighting.

 

In other countries there is stricter for cyclists partly. Under French law, for example, since October 2008, for cyclists a reflective vest mandatory outside built – at night and in poor visibility. On posters, he was photographed in a yellow safety vest with the slogan: “It’s yellow, it’s ugly, and it matches nothing. But it can save your life. “