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Attention, police let poorly lit cyclists wear safety vest

The shorter days obliges recently cyclists to be equipped with lights and reflective accessories when they travel early or late in the day. Surprised many after the push when to change the batteries in the lamp or come out her fluorescent yellow safety vest. But beware, the national police Loire before.

Wednesday noon, an operation in the city center of Nantes from 7 am to 8:30 has led to the verbalization of seven cyclists (12 controls) for visible defects (11 euro fine): five were driving with defective lighting, two had no rear reflector. Furthermore, a cyclist was fined for traffic with a headset and two others for crossing a red light.

The shorter days obliges recently cyclists to be equipped with lights and reflective accessories when they travel early or late in the day. Surprised many after the push when to change the batteries in the lamp or come out her fluorescent yellow vest. But beware, the national police Loire before.

What is obligatory (and what is not)

Police remind that the following equipment is required: light and red reflector at the back, light yellow or white reflector in front, orange reflector on the rear wheel, orange reflectors on the wheels, orange reflector on the pedals, reflective vest (non-urban), horn and, of course, brakes.

All about safety vests and triangles mandatory

Starting Wednesday, any car not equipped with fluorescent jacket and emergency warning triangle is liable to a fine of 90 Euros.

How vest and triangle should we have on board? A reflective vest and emergency warning triangle must be in each vehicle since 1 July. However, the Minister of Ecology, responsible for road safety, Borloo was granted an extension until Wednesday so that motorists can buy “in the best conditions.” From 1 October the police verbalize any driver that does not have at his car the two objects.

Should the jacket be visible in all circumstances? The retro-reflective vest must be worn by the driver before he goes out of his vehicle. But it is not compulsory to drape the reflective jacket on the front passenger seat. The jacket should only be easy to access, store it in the glove box or under a seat enough.

Where should we place the triangle? The triangle should be on board the vehicle, bestowed in the cabin and not in the trunk of the car, and be placed on the floor as soon as the driver leaves the vehicle at a distance of 30 meters at least automotive or obstacle to report. The hazard warning lights still required when the car is equipped.

Where can you buy them? The kit is located in supermarkets in the auto service (note these are sometimes out of stock) market as in the Paris metro. Prices can vary from simple to triple, from € 6.50 to € 20 hypermarket in the corridors of public transport in the capital.

To comply with European legislation, the vest should be marked “CE” and the triangle marked “E27R”.

In case of violation, what risk is there? The motorist offender faces 135 euro fine. The amount of the ticket may be reduced to 90 Euros if paid immediately or within three days of verbalization.

What is the legislation for two wheels? Bikers like scooter drivers are exempt from wearing the vest whatever the circumstances. The jacket is recommended but not mandatory for cyclists riding in town.

However, wearing the safety vest is imposed cycling fans, drivers as passengers traveling out of towns in poor visibility conditions (rain, fog) or overnight. If you forget, the pedaling must pay a fine of 35 Euros (22 Euros if you pay in less than two weeks).

The road accidents increase without safety vest during the transition to winter time

On the occasion of the switch to winter time this weekend, the Delegation for Road Safety and Traffic (DSCR) alerts the road users about the increase in accidents during this period. Especially the people without wearing safety vest. What are the reasons? Are there good reflexes to adopt?

This weekend, it will be necessary to reverse the clocks of one hour. But the transition to winter time does not only have consequences on your sleep (with … an hour more on this occasion). According to the Delegation for Road Safety and Traffic (DSCR), there is a peak of accident every year during this period. “Over the past five years, the winter months have been the most dangerous for pedestrians,” says the DSCR.

“The peak hours of morning and evening, 7h-10h and 17h-19h, are the most accident in winter,” says the DSCR. Faced with these risks, Road Safety therefore calls on road users to be very careful.

The reasons

There are two main reasons for this. Initially, the period of darkness increases at peak hours. The lighting of vehicles and street lights is not powerful enough to allow motorists to distinguish pedestrians without reflective vest. “The one-hour retreat has an important effect on the hours of illumination: night falls earlier in the day, when classes leave or professional end-of-day trips,” the DSCR analyzes.

Secondly, cyclists do not always think of checking the equipment of their bicycle. Not necessarily using their retro-reflectors or headlights during the summer, they are often damaged or even absent when pacing roads during winter time.

Advice

To cope with the increased mortality on roads at this time of year, the DSCR gives some guidance to road users.

For cyclists, it is recommended to “check its lighting, wear a retro-reflective jacket and not ride on sidewalks”. On the pedestrian side, it is advisable to “check several times before crossing, walking on the sidewalks and crossing at pedestrian crossings”. Finally, drivers and drivers of motorized two-wheelers must “adapt their speed, deviate by at least one meter from the sidewalks and keep the headlights on day and night.”

Fatal accident: a teenager dead without wearing safety vest

A 15-year-old was driving a motorcycle without wearing a safety vest of 125 cc in the evening of Saturday, October 22, when he collided with a minibus to the Cossigny Street. He was transported to Victoria Hospital where his death was confirmed.

Oliver did not survive his injuries. The van that crashed was led by J. Rajkumar, 42. The motorcycle had no license plate. In addition, its lighthouse was damaged and the motorcyclist was not wearing a reflective vest.

The driver of the minibus was taken to the police station, where he was tested for alcohol, which was negative.

Questioned in the presence of his Sunday law of man, he told how the accident occurred. “I was leaving to go Vacoas Road toward St. Paul. The Cossigny street motorcycle that came at high speed crashed into me, “said the driver.

Motorcycle enthusiast

After interrogation he appeared before the Bail and Remand Court under a provisional charge of manslaughter. He found parole after providing a surety of Rs 10,000.

According to a police source, the motorcycle belongs to a relative of the teenager. The autopsy concluded that he died from his multiple injuries.

In nearby Oliver Block F1, Cardinal Avenue, Beau homes, there is consternation. His mother Cindy, 34, said to be saddened by the tragic death of his son. “He was a motorcycle enthusiast. There are three months, he abandoned his studies and worked as assistant driver with his grandfather. My son was living with my parents because I am separated from my husband. ”

“He used to go out with friends at night, but not take any reflective accessory “says the thirty. The survey, conducted by the sergeant, is under the supervision of the chief inspector and ASP.

The chief inspector, of the Traffic Branch, says the Daily Challenge at the age of 15, one can only get a learner or a license for a motorcycle not exceeding 50 cc. “It is 17 years a young person can get a learner or a driving license for a motorcycle. And to obtain a driving license for a car and other vehicles must be 18, “he says.

The reflective tape is interested, people want to be seen

Karlovy Vary Region – Interest reflective tape and other similar elements among the people grows. This is confirmed both officers and other distributors.

Another batch of reflective tape so example at the local municipal police precinct. “People, especially the elderly, are they going to ask more and more, it seems that the campaign began to work,” say the commander policemen that a visible indication also runs more and more cyclists.

The amendment to the Act, which states that people on the road outside the village must be marked with reflective elements, it pays about two weeks. Its failure can lose up to two and a half thousand crowns. “We operate mainly preventative, ie no sanctions,” said the commander.

In his turf receive tapes residents through regular preventive action. “For example, if someone poorly marked, wearing dark clothes and such a person from our band gets to give away a sight to everyone,” explained Marcel.

Municipal police already has in this respect the practice and experience. At the end of last year constables on my rounds distributed to two hundred reflective strips.

The situation is similar. “We give them to people who are sixty or over and have permanent residence. Others advise you where to get them. Interest among residents certainly it grew, “said Peter, commander of the police officers.

According to him, the tape can get in and stores with a similar focus. They are also offered in the information center, where one piece comes to just 20 crowns.

Also Carlsbad officers began handing out reflective tape, but last fall.

“We proceed from the fact that the reflective element can people take a sense that they are more visible, and not only because it must. These actions have therefore done in the past, before issuing the law. We contacted BESIP and if you give us more reflective tapes, we will repeat this action, “said the commander of the Carlsbad Municipal Police Marcel.

“After the publication of the law, we then noticed an increased number of calls from citizens. We gave them where they can straps and other accessories to buy, “said Marcel.

The tape of Reflective vest is a handy feature that fits easily into a pocket, purse or school bag and is easily mounted on the sleeve dress. Its task is to draw attention to motorist’s man in poor visibility

Well reflective equipped to circulate scooter

Scooter owners are often less equipped than motorcyclists, yet good equipment can reduce the risk in case of fall, like a safety vest be more visible without diminishing the pleasure and comfort of your travels. Here are some tips to equip you.

The rules to follow

The items of equipment must be CE, protecting the look will be favored with particularly bright or light colors and reflective materials. The equipment must be fitted and worn consistently.

Helmet

It is advisable to choose a helmet that has the advantage of protecting the face. It is important to try. Make sure it allows you to wear your goggles and provides good peripheral vision. To be effective, the helmet must be attached. If a fall or shock, and every 5 years at a minimum, it must be replaced.

Clothes

A thick jacket protects the elements as well as fractures, bruises and abrasions. It should be large enough to be comfortable even with several layers of clothing but tight enough to protect against impacts. The sleeves should be tightened not to go. It can be equipped with a reflective vest airbag that is triggered when the driver comes off the scooter.

The pants must be comfortable while being tight with protection at the hips and knees and possibly shins.

Gloves should cover the hands and wrists. They must be reinforced joints while allowing complete freedom of movement. Gloves should not slide.

Waterproof and flexible boots protect the foot, ankle and lower calf. They are equipped with non-slip soles and reinforced by a shell and at the ankle.

To not forget

Wear your equipment for all trips regardless of the season, weather or destination. You must be in possession of a high visibility vest to use in case of emergency stop.

That changes in 2016: the yellow vest and mediation

Since yesterday, the riders must have a yellow reflective vest. And consumers can more easily play mediation in case of dispute.

At 1st January, there’s resolutions more or less held that manifest. And then there are the new rules that take effect more or less discreetly. We selected two that affect everyday life.

The first is a security measure already well known to motorists and now comes with several years of delay, also apply to motorcycle riders: holding a high-visibility safety vest.

This yellow vest as it is called commonly must be released and pushed by the rider in case of problems on the road. The failure to detain is liable to a fine of € 11; the failure to wear in an emergency can cost € 135!

Cyclists, who ride at night outside an urban area or day when the visibility is bad, must take this high-visibility safety vest.

The small consumer disputes are numerous and clog the courts. An order dated last summer provided the possibility for consumers to go through mediation to facilitate the amicable settlement of their dispute with a professional located in France or border area. The professionals had until 1st January 2016 to comply with the provisions specified in a decree published this fall.

It should thus provide the consumer contact information for the mediators in consumption to which it belongs, by registering this information in a visible and readable on its website, its general conditions of sale or service, its purchase orders or any other suitable medium. He must also mention the website address or postal address of such mediators.

On receipt of the documents relied upon by consumer demand, the mediator of the notified consumption seeks amicable agreement. Otherwise, it offers them a solution to the dispute. The safety vest is necessary. By sharing its solution within three months, the mediator reminds them, by mail or electronically that: people are free to accept or reject the proposed solution; Participation in mediation does not exclude the possibility of an appeal before a court; the proposed solution may be different from the decision to be made by a judge.

The yellow safety vest soon extended to 2 wheels!

From 1 January 2016, the retro-reflective safety vest or high visibility becomes mandatory for motorcycles and scooters.

From the 1 January 2016, the yellow vest is mandatory for motor vehicles 2 and 3 wheel and 4 wheel without bodywork, as well as for motorists. The Government has finally settled after the weather vane on the subject for years!

Indeed, wearing the vest retro reflective security should be mandatory early 2013 by all drivers or passengers of a motorcycle, with an engine capacity of 125 cm3 or a vehicle of category L5e a higher power 15 kW. Repealed upon entry into force in favor of a recommendation of wearing the vest, the Committee for Road Safety decided to walk back.

A decree and an order just to extend the obligations of detention and wearing a high visibility vest by drivers of these vehicles (1). Wearing a reflective vest was previously applicable to motorists, and will be extended to drivers of a motor vehicle with 2 or 3 wheels (motorcycle, scooter …), or a Motor bodywork (for example a quad ) from 1 January 2016 as they have to leave the disabled vehicle .

They will dispose of them or in storage of their vehicles (net, safe …) and carry it when they come down from their vehicle after an emergency stop, to improve their visibility, as for motorists.

Compliance with this obligation under the Highway Traffic Act (2) will be controlled by police and penalized if:

Non-ownership by a 1st class ticket (11 Euros for the fixed fine)

Of not wearing the vest after an emergency stop by a class 4 offense (135 Euros for the fixed fine).

Sources:

(1) Decree No. 2015-514 of May 7, 2015 concerning the detention and harbor of the high visibility vest and Decree of 7 May 2015 amending the Decree of 29 September 2008 concerning the high visibility vest

(2) Article R416-19 of the Highway Code

Students dressed in safety vest practice with DRC and police

The accident in mid-December with a seriously injured primary school student has gone well: the boy goes back to school; several safety precautions have been taken at the place of the accident. And for the primary school students of the primary school, everyone dressed in safety vest, there was a special day of transport safety with DRC and police.

On Tuesday morning, the boys and girls from the three first classes of elementary school, with the rescue forces of the DRC, used their age-appropriate measures to deal with an accident. In addition, the men of the DRK presented their two vehicles brought along.

The focus was on the right behavior in road traffic. The first years were practiced directly at the Bella. It was especially clear to them how important it is for them to be seen in the dark season. So they activated the reflective warning vests, which the traffic watch had once donated to them.

Test in the dark

There has all noticed that two children – one with dark clothes and one with a reflective vest – were lit in the dark with a flashlight. The child with dark clothes could hardly be seen.

It was also important to point out that the children in the area of bus stops and school way behave in such a way that nothing can happen.

The traffic safety day was also important for the children who had experienced the accident: it was a follow-up. The most important message is that rescue vehicles and police are part of the task of underlining the role of the police as a friend and helper.

They provided a good example, as did all those involved. He had a lot of questions to answer. Likewise, his colleague Nicole and the police officer with reflective vest Dennis as well as the DRK Krause, Guido and apprentice Daniel, not to forget the class teachers Werner and Sabine.

Idea comes from parents’ evening

The idea for the traffic safety day came up with a parent-evening conversation with teacher DRK-man Krause.

A lot of things have happened in the area of the accident site: the local road light has been repaired and is to be equipped with more luminosity, children silhouettes have been set up, the bus route has been partly changed and a tempo panel has been installed. And the police announced tempo measurements

The safety vest in the car is compulsory

In Germany, carrying a warning waistcoat is so far only compulsory in commercial vehicles and only recommended for individuals. So far, for the latest from 1 July next year must in any vehicles a protective safety vest is present such a decision of the Federal Council.

The new regulation concerns all cars registered in Germany, trucks and buses; Motorcycles are still excluded. In many European countries already, however, applies a high visibility vest duty on the Agency for Technical Surveillance (GTÜ) draws attention in Stuttgart. If not obeyed, threaten partially tangible fines.

Here there is a single European standard. The approved wests have the European control mark EN 471. According to the ADAC the obligation to have a reflective vest in the car and to contribute to an accident or breakdown is already in Belgium, France, Italy, Luxembourg, Norway, Austria, Portugal, Slovenia, Slovakia, Spain and Hungary.

Penalties for infringement can be quite high in the individual countries. In Portugal motorists should expect a fine 120-600 Euro. Note: From one country to other part different rules on the number to accompany the West and their use apply. One should check before driving through the respective provisions therefore.

The reflective clothing is not harassment, but safety-related accessories, the experts reassure GTÜ. Who wears such a vest, is five times perceived earlier because of the luminous material, the security experts.

It is particularly in accident assistance, when setting up the warning triangle, when changing tires or on the way to without vest a significantly higher risk of being overlooked about in the dark