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SAINT REFLECTION

The use of reflective elements especially in autumn and winter, when it is dark early and visibility is definitely worse, can save our lives. Therefore, wearing reflectors by pedestrians should become a habit. Pursuant to the Road Traffic Law, pedestrians who move along the road after dark outside the built-up area are obliged to use reflective materials in a visible way to other road users.

 

Correctly worn reflective elements should be placed in such a place that they are in the field of car light and visible to drivers coming on both directions (from the back and the front). If you attach the reflective fabric to the backpack (at the back of the silhouette) it is obvious that it will not be noticed by drivers coming from the opposite direction and vice versa, when the reflection will be only at the front, the driver behind us will not see him. It is safe to have two reflective elements one at the front and the other at the back or to use such types of reflectors that can be seen from both sides, for example reflective bands.

 

Because car dipped beam illuminates the path asymmetrically (more light is directed to the right side of the road), the reflective element should be placed as low as possible, then a light beam shines on it.

 

If someone often uses the road outside the built-up area, it is best if you decide to wear a reflective vest, suspenders or a headband. Motorcyclists and cyclists are more and more convinced of these reflective elements, who, like pedestrians, are unprotected participants in the movement.

57% of cyclists are poorly lit when driving at night

The rate of bicycle lighting faults is decreasing, but equipment in reflective clothing or accessories is not progressing.

 

It’s better than five years ago, but it’s still not enough. Nearly six out of ten cyclists (57%) ride poorly lit at night in the city, according to a survey of the Prevention Road Association published Tuesday, October 9. Volunteers observed nearly 3,300 bicycles in 10 cities in France, as the critical winter season approaches – between November and January, the month with the shortest days, 40% of accidents involving cyclists take place nightly.

 

“Between 2013 and 2018, the rate of defects in the lighting of the bicycles decreases.” If rented bicycles remain exemplary on this point (7% in 2018 against 9% in 2013), the number of deficient personal bikes is still of 57% in 2018, compared to 76% in 2013. Among them, more than a third (37%) are totally devoid of lighting (against 58% in 2013) “. The association notes in a statement.

 

More and more cyclists killed

On the other hand, the equipment in reflective clothing with reflective materials or accessories (vests, armbands…) does not progress: it was 17% in 2018, against 14% five years ago. “There is still much to do but we are on a good trend. The bike is better equipped. For the cyclist, it’s something else,” regrets the General Delegate of Road Safety, Anne Lava. And remember that a reflective vest can be seen five times further by motorists (150 meters with, against 30 meters without).

 

The number of cyclists killed has risen in recent years. In 2017, 173 of them died (+ 6.8% compared to 2015, an additional 11 killed). Since 2010, the number of cyclists killed on the road has been increasing, with an average annual evolution of + 2.4%, while the number of other users of vehicles killed has fallen by an annual average of -2.6% per year and the number of pedestrians killed is stable.

Autumn carries more dangers on the roads

Remember that autumn is the time of the year when we face special threats. Bad visibility, fast darkness, rainfall or fog are factors that require special attention from drivers and pedestrians. That is why we appeal to increase the care for your safety on the road.

 

Autumn is one of the most difficult periods for drivers, early dusk, which is often accompanied by bad weather conditions drastically limiting visibility, greatly impair road safety. We remind you what is worth paying attention to when driving in autumn and how to prepare your vehicle for driving during this period.

 

Short and wet

 

In the fall days are relatively short compared to those that summer got used to. The toughest conditions for the driver when it comes to visibility is an early evening or morning when it rains. Then we have the impression that the lights do not illuminate the road, and the pedestrians become completely invisible. It is worth remembering that in autumn, when it is already dark, many people just come back from work and the movement is then the largest. Let’s be aware of how the car behaves on a wet surface. The braking distance, is definitely longer, and to fast entry into the bend can end straight.

 

Do not be surprised

 

The period between summer and winter is a period full of traps lurking for drivers. That is why we advise you to focus especially when driving, especially on roads that we do not know. Even when it is not raining, the surface is often wet or has variable grip. When driving on a dry road, we may be surprised that the surface or just before it will turn wet. Even if there is no ice on the road, the hard-to-cool summer tires on wet, cool surfaces will behave almost as if you were driving on snow. The next trap waiting for drivers are leaves and mud. In wooded areas where leaves fall on the road, we advise you to be vigilant. When the leaves get between the tire and the surface, the grip becomes very low and even the track stabilization systems and the anti-lock brakes will not help. Moving on roads in forest areas, remember about the activity of forest animals that can run across the road.

 

Prepare the car for autumn

 

There are two additional elements that affect the safety of driving in the autumn and winter, and which do not require large financial outlays. In the first place, it is good condition of the wiper blades, because frequent rainfall, combined with dark, require the best possible visibility, and at the same time clean glass without streaks. The second thing is the efficient and properly set lighting. The next days are a good opportunity to check that all the lights are on, but also whether the spotlight falls at the right angle.

 

Let yourself be noted

 

Every pedestrian, cyclist, as well as drivers of other two-wheelers, should remember about their safety and take care to be visible. A reflective vest, key chain, headband, or even a flashlight will make them easier to see for an oncoming driver when driving on a poorly lit road. Although the traffic regulations do not impose an obligation to use vests and reflective materials in the built-up area, they greatly improve visibility, giving drivers valuable time to take the right response – often saving health and life.

 

Please adhere to the advice described, which will certainly help to adapt to the new conditions on the roads.

How to avoid abuses if you are a driver or a pedestrian

Each year there are about 11,000 abuses in Spain and about 400 people die because of this, according to data from RACE and Goodyear. More than 90% of them occur in the city, which means an average of 27 cases of abuse per day in urban areas.

 

Below we select some of the tips offered by the DGT, RACE, Foundation MAPFRE, aimed at drivers and pedestrians to avoid abuses:

 

IF YOU ARE A DRIVER

 

In the city, moderate speed, since the higher it is, the greater the probability of death if a pedestrian is run over. To visualize it better the DGT establishes these comparisons: an outrage at 50 km / h is equivalent to falling from a third floor, at 120 km / h it is like falling from a 14º and at 180 km / h it is equivalent to falling from a plant 36.

 

Extreme caution in critical places such as pedestrian crossings, school zones, garage exits and leisure places (parks, cinemas…).

 

If you are going to back down, do it slowly and make sure there are no pedestrians passing behind your vehicle.

 

Avoid distractions at the wheel (mobile, GPS navigator…) and be especially careful with pedestrians who walk talking on the phone or headphones, as they are less attentive to traffic.

 

Do not park the car on the sidewalks, as it will force the pedestrian to invade the road and suffer a greater risk of being run over.

 

Be careful if you find a damaged car on the shoulder of a road, since it is possible that the driver is near repairing your vehicle.

 

If you are on the road and your vehicle suffers a breakdown, place it on the shoulder and off the roadway. If this is not possible, turn on the emergency signal, position signs, wear the reflective vest and put the triangles emergency. If you have to wait for the assistance service, stay inside the car or in a safe area outside the vehicle.

 

IF YOU ARE PEDESTRIAN

 

When you cross the street, always use the pedestrian crossings and follow the traffic light.

 

Before crossing, look to the left and right and make sure that the vehicles are going to break before crossing.

 

Do not get out of the cars or obstacles that hinder visibility.

 

Do not cross behind a vehicle while it is parked.

 

Pay special attention when you go to an entrance or exit garage.

 

Avoid distractions when you cross how to use the phone or wear headphones.

 

If you have reduced mobility or you have difficulty walking, cross calmly.

 

If you just park your car, always try to go down the sidewalk.

 

If you walk on a road without a sidewalk, always go along the shoulder and stay to the left of the road, facing traffic.

 

Avoid sections that are not well lit. If it is dark or there is little visibility, wear a high visibility vest with reflective materials.

 

What behavior should each trafficker take to avoid accidents ?

Ignoring traffic rules by both drivers and pedestrians are often the result of serious accidents – warns Brasov police at the beginning of the school year.

 

Representatives of the Brasov County Police have come up with tips for each category of traffic participants.

 

Drivers advise them to slow down speeds and to move around pedestrian crossings, to adapt speed to weather conditions, to keep their legal distance from cars ahead of them, and to avoid creating bottlenecks and visibility by stopping voluntarily in the area of pedestrian crossings.

 

“Children as passengers in the car must be protected from the effects of accidents by means of retention devices appropriate to their age, weight and height,” the agents said.

 

Pedestrians are reminded to cross public roads only to the “zebra” through the places where the “pedestrian crossing” sign is located, through the green traffic light (green), through the uneven passages or the traffic signal. “Crossing is done every time at a lively pace. Walking for pedestrians is a place to cross, not for a walk, “the policemen drew. Preferably, pedestrians do not speak on the phone and give up the hands-free device when they cross the street.

 

“Engage in crossing only when drivers have stopped to give you priority. Do not put them in difficulty and do not surprise them with risk traverses. Do not forget! In a direct “confrontation”, the car is louder! “, The representatives of IJP also said.

 

Agents have not even forgotten about cycling, which should strictly adhere to traffic rules, use the tracks for them, equip themselves for their own protection, check the technical condition of the bike, wear reflective clothing to be easy to observe, and at night to have a reflective vest. “Move as close as possible to the right edge of the road, and when moving in a group, one column only. Do not listen to music and do not talk to your mobile phone as you ride a bicycle; timely and visible signaling of any change in direction of travel; do not carry people or bulky luggage that can unbalance you, “police added.

 

To run a bicycle on public roads, the driver must be at least 14 years old. And it is important for them to wear vests with reflective materials.

 

Finally, police officers recommend that bus drivers using public transportation vehicles wait for the arrival of buses and trolleybuses only on the sidewalk, and where there are no sidewalks – out of the carriageway. “On the descent, the bus or trolleybus from the station is expected to cross the street on the pedestrian crossing. Attention, does not cross the back or in front of the bus or trolleybus. “police representatives recalled.

Which hunters are subject to?

The hunt opens this Sunday, September 16. The season lasts until February 28, 2019. The practice is highly regulated. Here are the safety rules.

 

The departmental hunting management plan includes the rules for hunting safety. It is currently being renewed and will be presented by the president of the hunters and the director of the Departmental Federation of hunters, Thursday, September 13, during the session of the Chamber of Agriculture.

 

“Three incidents last season”

Hunting is a highly regulated practice. Hunters must respect certain prohibitions and obligations. “The Yvonne is a department concerning the practice of the hunt, assures the assistant to the head of department of the National Office of the hunting and the wildlife, Jean-Marie. There were only three incidents. This is carelessness. Shots at homes and a dog hit by a bullet. There were no human victims, otherwise, it would be accidents. ”

 

Here are five safety rules imposed on hunters:

 

1.A prohibit the use of firearms and hunting bows on the right-of-way (shoulder, ditch and roadway) of tarmac roads in the public domain and on railways or in the rights-of-way and enclosure of railways.

 

2.A prohibition on any person within range of a rifle or bow of any of those roads, roads or railroads to fire in their direction or above.

 

  1. Prohibition to fire towards electric transport lines or their supports and telephone lines.

 

4.A prohibition of any person within range of a rifle or hunting bow of stadiums, public meeting places in general and private dwellings (including caravans, sheds, garden sheds), as well as buildings and constructions dependent on airports, shoot in their direction or above.

 

5.For hunters, chaperones and trackers during big-game beats to wear high-visibility fluorescent equipment such as a harness or a reflective vest with reflective material.

This is Runners world’s favorite item

No running shoes, pants or vests. Markel and Elise from Runners world choose an item that really fits this period of the year: LED Sport Vest. A reflective jacket that provides 360 degree visibility. Handy if you want to run in the dark.

 

For the last three years Elise and Markel have been responsible for many sporting. At Runners world you cannot only buy sports equipment, but also have it fitted or ask for advice.

 

360 degree visibility

Do you want to run round in the evening? Then the LED Sport Vest is a must! With four white LEDs on the front and four red LEDs on the back, you stand out well. In addition, there is 360 degrees LED lighting on the reflective vest, so you are illuminated on all sides. In addition to a piece of lighting, reflection is also integrated. So you can safely walk in the dark. For the fans, the sport vest is available in yellow and pink.

Motorcyclists roar their engines against the use of reflective vests

Presidents and representatives of the 63 groups of motorcyclists in León, joined on board different types of mopeds to express with the roar of their engines, the disagreement against the use of vests with reflective tapes, greater safety and road awareness among all.

 

The new traffic regulation raises the mandatory use of reflective vest with reflective tapes for motorcyclists, however, motorists do not agree with this rule, since that takes away their identity and for them it is an imposition, especially on chopper motorcyclists. They regularly wear leather jackets that distinguish them with their different patterns.

 

The meeting was convened at 9:00 a.m. in the parking lot of Plaza Mayor, there all kinds of motorcycles arrived, from choppers, sports and cruises and dual purpose “to the regulations and all that vehicle that have an engine and comes on two wheels “commented a motorcyclist.

 

“It is carried out because we do not agree with the new traffic regulations, where it seems that motorcyclists want to impose a fluorescent vest,” explained the motorcyclist Chopper Anaya to El Sol de León.

 

The Municipal Traffic Direction says that the use of reflective vest is only considered as a recommendation and that the document is not updated. The City Council of Leon is in the preparation of the new regulation that is about to be approved, and studies the main causes of accidents, according to the aforementioned dependency.

 

Gonzalo said that more than the use of vests, it requires “more road education and goes for everyone, we do not exempt ourselves, we carry some guilt, but education is important on both sides, both people who go on four wheels , like those of us in two, “said the motorcyclist with a high cylinder moped.

 

The drivers questioned the use of the waistcoat with the reflective fabric, because If you do not see it, with the factory signs that the motorcycle is already carrying, it is a skull on which the stop increases the intensity and the directional, in reality what you should There is more awareness.

 

Motorists asked for greater security both in the city and on the highways, as some complained of being assaulted when going out on the roads “instead of putting on a vest we want security for us,” Anaya said.

Universal Reflective Armband Becomes Better Choice

Reflective fabric has a protective function in a special field. But now it is popular in daily life. Our products have many promotion types for customers’ choice. One of them is reflective armband which is popular now due to its university.

 

If you want your clothes have reflective requirement; however reflective vest is too formal to wear. In this case, reflective armband is a better choice for you. The reflective armband is suitable for all the outdoor sports like running, cycling and etc. Also OME & ODM service is available. The base cloth is elastic, so that it can adapt different size. If you want unique logo, we can provide customized design. About the quality of the reflective tape, you can trust on us because the reflective fabric we used is Certified by major international standards such as: EN 20471, ANSI/ISEA107-2010, OEKO-TEX 100, AS/NZS 1906.4-2010; EN 533, etc., whose reflection is more than 420 and domestic washing is 50 frequencies.

 

In some degree, it is like detachable reflective tape. So our reflective armband has a wide range of application in daily life even in the safety field. Chinastar is a professional reflective and safety clothing manufacturer having over a dozen year history. We sincerely welcome your enquiry and hope to cooperate with you!

Police officers appeal for safe returns from holidays

Holidays are slowly coming to an end. All travelers have the same goal – a safe return from holidays. Let’s be careful! May increase vigilance and common sense accompany us on our way back from summer rest. Excessive rush, bravado, fatigue, absentmindedness, routine are just some of the factors conducive to unhappy accidents.

 

Police officers appeal for increased caution to all road users!

 

Remember the principle of limited trust in relation to other road users. Try to anticipate situations that may find you on the road. Stay alert. Do not let yourself be surprised by routine. Adjust the driving speed to road conditions. Remember the elementary rules of traffic: adherence to road signs and signals, fastening seat belts, carrying children in car seats, driving with lights on, preventing excessive fatigue at the wheel.

 

If you are riding a bicycle, remember: the bike must be properly equipped – a red light at the back and a pulsing white light in the front, an efficient brake and a bell. You should also have a helmet and reflective elements such as a reflective vest or headband which is made of the reflective fabric. This significantly increases your safety when riding a two-wheeled vehicle.

 

If you are walking, especially after dusk, be sure to wear a reflective vest or other reflective clothing. You become more visible and increase your safety! Remember that when there is no sidewalk and you use the roadside or roadway you have to move on the left side of the road, so that the arriving vehicles are in front of you.