Students use reflective tape on backpacks to stay safe at bus stops

WBTV is on your side tonight with a safety tip for parents looking to keep their kids safe at bus stops after Olympic High School student Zoe Deen was hit by a car and killed while trying to catch the bus along a busy street in southwest Charlotte Tuesday morning.

 

According to police Zoe was not wearing any reflective clothing and the street was not lit with street lights.

 

WBTV learned Wednesday that administrators at Tuttle Elementary School in Catawba County have been providing reflective tape for students to place on their bookbags while standing at the bus stop.

 

“It’s a safety issue. If a car’s light bounces off it and they’re paying attention and they see it, hey, they see my kid,” parent Jason Lambert said.

 

Lambert has four children of his own and two of them have to catch the school bus before 7 a.m.

 

“My kids are very important to me. They keep me going,” Lambert said.

 

A WBTV reporter drove around the neighborhood near the bus stop where Deen was killed. After the sun set it was clear just how dark the streets can become.

 

However, with the reflective tape placed on some of the students, it’s clear figures are moving in the darkness.

 

“It looks like it’s glowing like a glow stick,” student Nitara Lambert said.

 

The principal at Tuttle Elementary tells us that some school bus drivers in the county have had trouble spotting some students in the darkness and this year county officials decided it would be okay to offer the reflective tape to students.

 

“When there’s that movement to be able to see and recognize that that’s a student coming toward you then that just helps the bus driver out. From a safety standpoint. I think it’s a great idea,” said Mitzi Story, the principal at Tuttle Elementary School.

 

Students Shiloh and Nitara Lambert both agree.

 

“I like how I want to be safe and they want to make me safe and I like how cars can see me,” Nitara said.

 

The story said she would recommend the reflective tape to other local schools.

Pedestrian safety advocate speaks out after police give reflective armbands to seniors

Pedestrian and cycling safety advocates are speaking out after Toronto police officers handed out reflective armbands to seniors at an event aimed at raising awareness about pedestrian safety.

 

Officers who attended the event, which was held at Woodside Square mall in Scarborough on Saturday, offered up safety tips to pedestrians and handed out reflective armbands to elderly residents.

 

The move sparked an outcry from pedestrian safety advocates, including Friends and Families for Safe Streets spokesperson Jessica Spieker.

 

“The reason that no road safety advocate likes this approach is that all of the evidence tells us it simply won’t work,” Spieker told CP24 on Monday.

 

“It is a waste of money, time, energy, and other resources to be essentially trampling the Charter rights of seniors because we all have a Charter right to freedom of personal expression and that includes our clothing choices.”

 

Coun. Mike Layton also weighed in on the controversy at the city hall on Monday, noting that he does not think it is reasonable to expect people to wear reflective armbands to protect themselves.

 

“I don’t know what they do in other parts of the world and whether or not this is something that works. All I do know is I don’t think we can expect everyone to wear an armband just to try to feel safe,” he said.

 

But not all city councilors share Layton’s views.

 

Ward 6 Coun. James Pasternak took to Twitter on Monday to voice his support for reflective clothing with reflective fabric .

 

“Wearing high visibility clothing or reflective gear is a key part of keeping everyone safe, including pedestrians, construction workers, cyclists, police officers, and crossing guards,” he wrote in a tweet.

 

Spieker said that there have been no studies to suggest that wearing reflective gear is a good way to prevent pedestrian deaths.

 

“There is no evidence that it works. Any study that has looked at high (visibility clothing) on vulnerable road users doesn’t find much of an impact. One study found it made things worse. So we know this isn’t going to have an impact and yet were focusing on it anyway,” she said.

 

She said improving the design of infrastructure is the main way to reduce collisions involving pedestrians and cyclists.

 

“Our current road design induces drivers to speed. We have these wide, straight lines. It looks a lot like Highway 401 so people tend to drive that way… predictably blowing red lines, making inattentive turns, they strike pedestrians who have the right of way,” she said.

 

“We lose one vulnerable road user per week roughly… This is not a trivial issue and this is not something that we should be delaying and playing games around.”

 

Spieker noted that the city could improve road safety by adding things like protective barriers.

 

“These are not expensive. They are not difficult to do,” she said. “There is no reason to not just aggressively pursue what we know will work.”

The required elements for bike riding

The use of bicycle lighting, reflectors, and properly visible clothing is necessary for safe cycling both during the day and at night, because by determining our position on the road, we become noticeable to other road users. Cyclists “invisibility” increases the chance of being hit by, for example, a car, which is why every reasonable cyclist should be aware of the fact that being visible is the same as being safe on the road. It is also obvious that thanks to the lights when driving after dusk we will bypass dangerous obstacles. So what lighting to choose, where to put reflectors and is visible clothing only the one in bright colors?

 

At the beginning of the considerations regarding bicycle lighting, it is worth familiarizing yourself with the parameters that define them. Looking at the lamps of individual manufacturers, we will notice the information on the number of lumens (lm) or lux (lx) that characterize given light sources. These concepts often appear interchangeably as if they mean the same. Of course, this is not the case and due to the lack of knowledge in this aspect, you can be unpleasantly surprised. With the displacement of ordinary light bulbs and their replacement with modern LEDs, cotton wool was replaced with lumens. A lumen is a unit of measure for luminous flux, that is, it determines the light output of the lamp. Lux is, in turn, a unit of light intensity and determines what luminous flux falls on one square meter of surface.

 

  1. Daytime driving

 

Usually, when buying bicycle lighting, customers wonder how much the lamp they are interested in shines and how long the battery that powers it is working. These criteria are the most accurate, only that they usually refer to driving at dusk. However, before we start pedaling in the dark, it is worth considering how to ensure safety during daytime driving.

 

According to the regulations, the bicycle does not have to have lighting with normal visibility during the day, only reflectors that determine the position are sufficient. Nevertheless, lamp manufacturers offer us a wide selection of daytime running lights. Why this overprotection related to the need to spend another PLN? The offer of companies in this area is motivated by an analogy to the daytime running lights used in cars and motorbikes, and therefore the decrease in the number of accidents. Of course, every cyclist has the right to decide for themselves in this matter whether the above-mentioned statistics appeal to him, but solutions that manufacturers use, such as headlight amplification or uneven flickering and different intensity of the rear light are very interesting and probably helpful. If you decide to use bicycle lighting for daytime riding, you should choose, first of all, the brightest rear lamp flashing unevenly and a relatively brightly lit front lamp, which will also be equipped with a flashing mode. Front lighting with power over 100 lm is sufficient for driving during the day, while at the rear it is worth to arm yourself with a minimum of 20 lm. It is worth noting that the lamps are mounted in the right places and at the right angle, so that they shine in the right direction, towards approaching cars, and that they do not dazzle other road users.

 

Fluorescent clothing

Every cyclist should be at heart to be visible on the road during the day, by wearing appropriate clothing. During the day, fluorescent colors work best. This is because the sun’s rays ‘react’ with fluorescent materials and give them a glow effect. It should be remembered that clothing in so-called Fluo colors without sunlight just isn’t effective. I am aware that not all cyclists are lovers of clothing brightness. For lovers of two wheels, which are closer to subdued colors, it is recommended to use fluorescent accents on moving parts of the body (legs) or outfit colors other than black. It is worth using the contrast method in this respect because any color that makes us stand out a little bit on the road will make us be noticed.

 

  1. Night riding

 

While during the day, in conditions of normal visibility, the law does not require cyclists to install front and rear lights, after dark, as well as front and rear reflectors, are mandatory equipment of the bicycle. The lighting should be strong enough to make us visible to other road users from at least 150 meters.

 

The choice of a light source to pedal after dark should be adapted to the type of ride. So if you drive mainly around the city lit with lanterns, then you do not need lamps that have 500 lm of power. All you need is inexpensive LED lighting from leading manufacturers, whose power when it comes to the front lamp reaches approx. 150 lm, and at the back above 18 lm.

 

For people who are passionate about road riding, sunset does not necessarily mean the end of the fun. It is best to plan a journey on a route that you know very well, so as not to be surprised by a hole in the road. It is also worth buying two lights for both the front and rear of the bike. Then, not only that we ensure excellent visibility, but we will also protect ourselves in the event of a failure or battery depletion in one of the light sources. For road riding, you should choose front lights that emit focused light. Both in the city and outside it, above all, the rear light should flicker to attract drivers’ attention even more than the steady light. Also, it is good to buy lighting in shape and size other than a round, small spot. In the front, we can also afford a flashing mode, if it wasn’t a strobe mode, which just often irritates other traffic participants. Reflectors will also be a wise choice. Of course, I do not mean the obligatory ones: front and rear, but additionally on wheels, for example. Although they may not look professional, they also ensure the visibility of the cyclist from the side.

 

Lighting for driving after dusk in the field

 

Do you know by heart any protruding root on your favorite forest trail and think that it won’t surprise you anymore? Ride it after dark and you will experience amazing silence, sharpen your senses and start playing with it again. First, however, choose the right lighting. In this regard, it is worth equipping yourself with a light mounted on the steering wheel and the helmet light source will also be quite helpful. In terms of lighting on the steering wheel, it should be characterized by a minimum power of 300 lm (500 lm seems optimal), and it should also shine with diffused light. There are, of course, light sources with a much higher power, but in the case of a group night travel, this type of lamp can disturb the others who are not so equipped. It is worth noting that the strong lighting can change the mode, you can then reduce the light output to e.g. 15% of full power. When choosing the right light source for off-road driving, it’s a good idea to use a criterion for fixing it. The lighting installation should be reliable and must not loosen when driving over uneven surfaces.

 

The additional lamp on the helmet is designed to illuminate the road far ahead, from a different perspective than that installed on the steering wheel. It should shine in spots and not be too strong. It will also be useful in the event of a breakdown because you do not need to hold the flashlight during the fault.

 

Reflective clothing

Unlike fluorescent clothing, this reflective clothing works by reacting to artificial light. Therefore, the more directly the light, a reflector, acts on the reflector, the more it will reflect it. During night rides in the city or outside of it, reflective clothing is influenced by the light of lanterns or other traffic participants. In virtually all bicycle clothes you will find reflective piping, which is most often seen on the ends of sleeves or legs and a back pocket. If you are riding a bicycle in non-specialized clothing, it is worth buying reflective bands, which, for example, in addition to lighting in the dark can be used to narrow the leg so that it does not get caught in the crank. Many bicycle clothing manufacturers offer a series of reflexive items. For example, Endura produced the “Luminite” product line, which is characterized by fluo colors and large reflective tape elements. This series includes helmets, jackets, pants, backpacks, gloves and shoe covers.

 

  1. Power supply

 

When you rarely drive after dark and darkness during a ride you suddenly do not need to get more expensive lamps that have their chargers or batteries. For city driving, lighting with batteries or a generator is enough. dynamo. However, when night driving often happens, it is more profitable to spend more money on a good set of lighting and batteries, so we will not be forced to buy batteries all the time. However, if you decide on this type of power supply, remember to check the battery level so that we have enough electricity for the next trip. In the case of modern Ni-Mh batteries, it is not necessary to fully discharge them and charge them to 100%, as was the case with the older type of Ni-Cd batteries.

 

Whether in the city or outside, bicycle lighting is the responsibility of every cyclist. Undoubtedly, every cyclist should also be visible on the road by wearing fluorescent elements during the day and reflective elements after dark. Until the lovers of two wheels understand that being visible means being safe, there will be tragic accidents involving bicycles and motor vehicles. Every unlit cyclist – the so-called batman, must understand the frustration of drivers, and everyone properly lit should be noticed and properly avoided.

 

Police Department gives tips to stay safe on Halloween

 

Our clocks will roll back an hour on Sunday, marking the end of daylight savings. But it’s not only a time to check your smoke alarms and fix the clock in your car. ODOT says it marks the deadliest time of the year for pedestrian crashes in the Buckeye state.

 

It says 34-percent of deadly pedestrian crashes happen in October, November, and December. “We see an increase, a large increase actually in pedestrian deaths due in part to the time change. It’s going to be getting dark earlier, people are walking home from work, kids walking home from school and it’s going to be a little darker when they do those things than when it is the rest of the year, “said Matt Bruning, Press Secretary for the Ohio Department of Transportation.

 

It recommends you take extra precautions this time of year to, “see and be seen.”

 

If you’re outside as it gets dark, wear reflective clothing with reflective tape, pay attention to crosswalks and signals, and walk against traffic- not with it.

 

Our clocks will roll back an hour on Sunday, marking the end of daylight savings. But it’s not only a time to check your smoke alarms and fix the clock in your car. ODOT says it marks the deadliest time of the year for pedestrian crashes in the Buckeye state.

 

For drivers, ODOT recommends you check your headlights, clean your windshields and slow down during times of poor weather, reduced visibility and in high-traffic areas like school zones.

 

It also recommends both drivers and pedestrians limit their distractions, like using a cell phone.

 

“When you look back to 2009, we’ve had more than 11-hundred pedestrians killed in the state of Ohio. About 70-percent of those pedestrian deaths happen at dawn, dusk or in the overnight hours when it’s darker outside,” said Bruning.

 

With the clocks changing in just days, we asked Central Ohioans how they’re preparing to stay safe on their commutes home from work.

 

“I will wear lighter clothes and make sure I have a flashlight on me at all times,” said Columbus resident, Georgette Haltom.

 

A message her friend, Kelly Matheny reiterated. “Wearing a coat that has reflective material.”

 

Gahanna resident Eric Hopkins says he’s not too worried about it being dark on his walk to the bus stop after work. “Just gotta be vigilant, obey the signals.”

 

So far this year, ODOT says at least 94 pedestrians and 23 bicyclists have been killed.

The police are calling for caution on the road

Deteriorating road conditions require more caution and increased concentration from drivers. Police officers call for caution on road at night, wearing a reflective clothing to keep visible will be good for your safe.

 

Slippery surfaces, fogs, rainfall, or local snowfall means that drivers should take their feet off the gas. In these conditions, the visibility drops and the braking distance is significantly longer. That is why it is so important to adjust the speed to the prevailing conditions and check the technical condition of your car. Changing tires, checking the condition of the wipers, lights and braking system should be mandatory activities that we will perform before winter. It is very important to take care of the appropriate field of view. Remember to clean the glass and mirrors of our car from ice and other dirt.

 

A special appeal is made by the police officers to pedestrians not to go directly in front of an oncoming vehicle. Even at the pedestrian crossing, you must first make sure that the driver will manage to slow down. Every pedestrian should also remember about his safety and take care to be visible. A reflective vest, key chain, headband, or even a flashlight will make it easier to see the oncoming driver when moving on a poorly lit road.

 

The police remind you of the obligation to use reflective elements by pedestrians traveling on roads outside the built-up area – the use of reflective material improves visibility and thus safety.

About the driving and use of electric bikes in Spain

You also see them in Spain more and more. Then we are not talking about the Dutch and Belgians who came to Spain with their electric bicycle to cycle during their holidays but also Spaniards who go for the electric bicycle without wear reflective safety vest. Of course, that is not yet in such large quantities as in the Netherlands, but you can see them more and more, also because there is more and more supply and the bikes become cheaper. However, what are the rules, laws and regulations for the use of electric bicycles in Spain?

 

An electric bicycle is a means of transport that is powered by an electric motor, whether or not in combination with muscle strength. In the Netherlands, the electric bicycle is officially called “bicycle with pedal assistance” which is a bicycle that works in combination with muscle strength and therefore only provides support. This type of bicycle is sometimes called “pedicel,” a contraction of English words pedal and electric). This name is also sometimes heard in Spain.

 

In Spain, the following general rules apply:

For riding an electric bicycle with pedal assistance that cannot be faster than 25 km / h and has a capacity of up to 500 watts (formerly 250 watts just like in the Netherlands / Belgium) engine power, the same rules apply as for a normal bicycle. For bicycles with an electric motor that can be faster than 25 km / h and have more engine power or can be driven without kicking, the rules for mopeds apply. This means that with the bikes one should not in principle, be allowed to ride on the bike path, one should wear a helmet and needs a special driving license. You also need to be insured, just like with mopeds and scooters. The maximum speed for all cyclists including electric bikes is 45 km / h.

 

General rules cycling in Spain

Adults are required to wear a bicycle helmet when driving on the road outside the built-up area, while minors under the age of 16 always have to wear a bicycle helmet (inside and outside the built-up area).

It is recommended to wear reflective clothing during the hours when it is dark. Oddly enough, the rules do not state that it is mandatory to use light, in fact, many cyclists do not even have light on the bike. As everywhere, cyclists must also respect the general traffic rules and stop at the STOP signs, zebra crossings and traffic lights. If one does not do that then one can get fines just like the driver.

 

Take care of the bike, that is, make sure the chain is good, the brakes work and the tires have the right tension so that cycling is safer. Every time you sit on the bike and want to turn to the right or left, you have to indicate that well and well in advance. If one drives with a group of cyclists on the main road, this should be done in parallel with a maximum of two people next to each other unless there is a lot of traffic and visibility is obstructed, then one has to cycle behind each other.

 

It is forbidden to ride on the bicycle with the headphones to listen to music, with the mobile phone in hand or after using drugs and alcohol. Cycling on motorways is prohibited for minors under 14 years of age. The other cyclists may provide they wear a helmet and reflective vest, ride on the emergency lane of motorways, something that has undoubtedly been seen in Spain. This is only allowed on those motorways where there are no prohibition signs. Have we forgotten something? Have we misinterpreted something? Then let us know with a link to a source where more information can be obtained. This way we get a good and correct overview of driving electric bikes in Spain.

The reflective action for traffic safety

The street stepper of Michael was already two years ago the big eye-catcher in the action “Road-Mobil”. People were amazed at the unusual bicycle with reflective tape that combines the advantages of running and cycling. “Many wanted to try it out, and they found street steps fun and easy to learn,” recalls the eco activist.

 

Also in the third edition on Sunday, April 30, Honcho is back with his Street stepper. From 14.00 to 18.00 clocks will be held on this sale Sunday at various stands and with exciting campaigns all about the topic of cycling. In addition to information on the latest technology and safety in traffic, visitors can inform themselves about 19 bicycle routes and attractions in the region and are invited to take part in the sport themselves. The focus is on health, sports, clothing and transport.

 

The organizing team of the city administration, headed by Markus and Agnes Coarsens, has again prepared a program that attracts large and small visitors. The district of Gutersloh informs about “visibility in road traffic” and offers reflective materials and bicycle helmets for purchase. There is also a bicycle / scooter course for the children. The group “Silent by OWL” presents a cross-section of alternative vehicle technology. The Automats showcases Opel cars, including the Mock X with the unique carrier system, which is ready for use as an integrated bicycle carrier system at any time. The AOK North-West offers a lung function measurement and provides valuable information on a healthy diet for endurance sports.

 

On the Info stand there is among other things the tour program 2017 with 46 guided bike tours. Nova GmbH provides information on the use of self-generated electricity in domestic appliances as well as current storage facilities and charging systems / columns for charging electric vehicles. The VW Beetle was built in 1970 and has been converted to an electric drive.

 

Cycling Interest from Geffen presents oldies of the 1960s from cycling and touring sports, the association railway tradition its rides with the museum railway. Werner’s presents the latest wheels, and the stand of the reflective clothing factory Busman gives visitors an insight into the latest leisure and functional clothing. The bicycle can be found in its facets from Holland to the racing bike at Weird Wiesel, but also the modern e-bikes are ready.

 

Hussmann, the unicycle section of Victoria Carols with her show insert, the class 8 d bike school, and a balloon entertainer, who conjures up nice pieces for the little ones, will provide a varied entertainment program.

 

Kindergarten closer to nature

Discovering the beauty of nature, listening to the sounds of nature and outdoor picnics, all in the woods – many parents dream of having a child spend their time in the kindergarten. This desire was realized in the Kindergarten No. 8 with Integration Units in Stassen. Two teachers, Justine Lisp and Kaila Kirby wear safety vest – Jacks in the integration group of 6-year-olds, are working on a kindergarten program called “Kindergarten in Kindergarten”.

 

The child in the forest is happy

Children go to the field during the hours of the kindergarten. Expeditions are organized in places that are 2 to 10 kilometers away from the kindergarten. These places, as the preschoolers point out, are usually chosen by Ms. Joanna from the Forestry Inspectorate in Stassen, who considers them to have a great opportunity for exploration for preschoolers. Children have so far visited the Beech Reserve in the vicinity of Czarina, the forest in Suchow Manly, the beech forest in Silence, the little forest over the Carnal.

 

– As part of the program children go to the field during the hours of kindergarten, usually they are in the afternoon: we leave at 9 am after breakfast, in the forest we have a picnic with meal and we go back for lunch around 12.30. The expedition lasts about 3 to 3.5 hours. Now that children have learned the forest and have assessed their ability to work, we plan to extend their stay in the forest. Another trip, due to low temperature, we plan to organize with a fire – says teacher Justine, author and coordinator of the program “Delight in the kindergarten.”

 

The exception was one of the September departures when the group went to the forest in the evening. Joanna from the Forestry Inspectorate with her husband was Joanna. Every child was under the care of their parents. Unusual atmosphere of this trip created a common fire in the clearing.

 

They take backpacks and curiosity of the world

Children on the expedition to the forest take their backpacks with food, carnivals, reflective vests and whistles. Trips are organized according to the applicable rules for the organization of school trips. The group, which is involved in the project, has 20 children and is an integration group attended by children with disabilities. As noted by the program implementers in each expedition to the forest is attended by at least 4-5 guardians, among whom there is always someone from the parents.

 

– The purpose of the program is to create space for preschool children to work in direct contact with nature. The inspiration for this initiative was Richard Lour’s book, “Last Forest Child,” where I first met with the term Deficit Syndrome. The research-based author shows how much impact children have on the environment. I also saw forest nurseries with great success in Germany, few in Poland and above all in Scandinavia. I wanted to make my kindergarteners at least a little space. It turned out that in the system kindergarten it is possible, for which we greatly thank the director Alicia – says teacher Justine.

 

There is no scream, no plastic and limited space

During the expedition children learn about the look and names of trees, their fruits, seeds, leaves, color, they have to overcome uneven terrain, move on a very diverse background, for example barefoot, also collect “treasures”, which are then used in various ways in kindergarten .

 

– The benefits of going to the forest are enormous, both for teachers and children. We see the relationship between children and teachers between us. Forest gives peace, fosters reflection, and uniquely combines. There is no yelling, plastic, limited space. We do not have the slightest doubt that children’s stay in the forest stimulates the emotional, social, physical and cognitive development of children. They meet their fundamental needs: movement, play, acceptance, sense of security, development. The forest is a great place to meet these needs and at the best of times, because in contact with nature. And winter trips will certainly help improve our preschoolers’ resilience, “says Justine in reflective clothing.

 

The program runs from 1 September to 30 June 2016. Developers plan to continue in the following years. Before the group of 6-year-olds still about 20 trips to the forest.

– What will they bring? We do not know. Certainly it is a good change aimed at meeting the developmental needs of children. And we certainly will not turn back and we will continue our activities, because we see that they bring a lot of good – adds the teacher.

The runners ask motorists to take their cars to the point

The technical state of the vehicles worries the popular Spanish runners. And is that poor conservation a risk factor for runners even with safety vest, who live and share with the use of the road network.

 

This is one of the main conclusions of the Race of the 2016 Workshop. Led by the Association of Workshops of Madrid, whose motto is “For road safety from the responsible maintenance of the vehicle”, includes the updated guide «Run Between cars: tips for the pedestrian runner and responsible motorist »prepared by ASETRA, Stop Accidents and the Macomb Foundation. Each year, more than 11,000 pedestrian crossings and 5,800 traffic accidents involving cyclists are involved in Spain.

 

Train between well-maintained cars

Running is a healthy habit however not risk free if done close to cars. What do the popular riders think of their habits when training together and sharing motorists with the road network? How do they assess the state of the vehicles with which they intersect at intersections such as pedestrian crossings, exits from garages or traffic lights?

 

The above mentioned guide lists the most dangerous factors for these athletes when they run alongside the road traffic, either in cities or outside. “Running between cars” examines, among others, the importance of wearing reflective clothing, the convenience of not running headphones and music when approaching intersections with vehicles or the effect on the perception of the risk that fatigue causes on the runners. But, undoubtedly, the most relevant data arise from the survey conducted by the corridors themselves.

– 60% are aware of being a very special type of pedestrian when training in forced coexistence with road traffic

– Many do not aide the minimum precautions to guarantee their safety in intersections like pedestrian crossings, with or without semaphore, and exits of garages. Even those who in two-way ways do not value the importance of moving on the left shoulder

– Most runners in reflective vest still think it’s better to run down the road than on the sidewalk. This is because they suffer fewer joints, although the risk of abuse increases exponentially

– More than 90% are clear that, in case of crossing a vehicle, it must go at the appropriate speed to the track and be in perfect maintenance conditions, especially with regard to brakes, tires and shock absorbers.

 

 

The police will deliver reflective vests and tapes

Pedestrians and co-drivers two groups of people to whom the attention of the police in the region in these days is the same in both cases: to be better seen. Reflective vests today from 5 am to 5 pm will be handed over to the passengers on the passenger seats on the road at the entrance.

 

“In vehicles, in most cases, the reflective safety vests are only for the driver. The other participants are not, and are often at risk of life, for example, when they are in a place of a traffic accident, “explained police preventer Lucie.

 

According to her, there are tragic accidents that could often be avoided if people in dark or dark were sufficiently visible from afar. In the case of pedestrians, hand-reflexes can also be helpful.

 

“We will share with representatives of BESIP and traffic patrol pedestrians in Zinc on Street on Thursday,” said Lucie in reflective clothing.

The event takes place between 7:00 and 8:00 in the morning.