Mototaxis drivers sensitized in Douala

According to a recent report, 23% of traffic deaths occur among motorcyclists.

Around the world, 3,400 people die every day on the roads. Recent studies have shown that 23% of traffic deaths occur among motorcyclists. In Cameroon in general, and in the city of Douala in particular, the figures for motorcyclists’ accidents are becoming more and more important, because of the limited knowledge that drivers of these two-wheeled vehicles have about road safety. Still across the national triangle, 70% of the causes of traffic accidents are human. “Motorcycles face higher hazards than cars and other vehicles. In fact, the reduced size and less stable nature of the motorcycle, the potholes, the uneven heights between the tracks and other irregularities or objects expected on the road pose a serious threat to the safety of the motorcyclists, “Kaman observes. Kiore Maura, Managing Director of Guinness Cameroon SA.

 

The boss of the brewery apartment company Diageo group was speaking during a sensitization session for motorbike drivers organized by its structure on Saturday, October 14, 2017, in Douala. The event is chaired by Kim Noun Nana Thierry, secretary general of the Littoral region and representative of the governor in the proceedings room of the company based in Bassa district, gathered more than a hundred drivers residing in Douala. Guinness Cameroon SA also took the opportunity to give these carriers safety vests. According to the boss of Guinness Cameroon, this is an effective tool for reducing the risk of accidents because it allows day and night for the person riding the bike to enjoy greater visibility on the road.

 

An initiative that beneficiaries has not failed to salute. “Your commitment is proof that we can count on Guinness Cameroon,” said Willy Kennel, president of the motorcycle drivers of Douala 5th district. The latter took the opportunity to call the brewery to accompany the “bounciness” of Douala in the process of obtaining driving licenses. While recalling the importance of the mode of transport by motorcycle in the city of Douala and in the remote areas, the secretary general of the Littoral region called the beneficiaries of these chasubles to make good use of it. “These chasubles are not just clothes. I invite you to make good use of reflective materials to reduce the accident rate in Cameroon. “said Kim Noun Nana Thierry.

 

In five years, Guinness Cameroon says it has already distributed nearly 200 miles of high visibility vests to motorcycle drivers in Cameroon. “We are trying to do our best to assist the state in this effort to secure the road,” said the CEO of Guinness Cameroon. Throughout his speech, he has repeatedly called on motorcycle drivers to avoid any alcohol consumption when they are called to drive. The representative of the regional delegation of the Littoral transport at this event hailed this initiative which frames according to him with the objectives fixed by the Ministry of Transport.

Mountain biking, trail running and hiking for the 6th edition

The sports department of the commune is organizing the sixth edition of “sports day” on Saturday, October 13th. For the first time, a night trail will be associated with this event.

 

Indeed, the trail orchestrated by Spiro will include two courses that will leave at 20 hours, one of 7km, the other 13km. Runners will have to equip themselves with a headlamp and a reflective vest.

 

As for the mountain bike tour organized by the Cochran, it will depart from Tourtouse at 2.30 pm, with four circuits proposed and an altitude difference ranging from 150 to 1500 m: 7km, 25km, 35km, and 55km.

 

For these two activities, a medical certificate in the practice of these sports will be required. Finally, a walk organized by the ARV will allow discovering the sector at a milder pace. The start will be at 14:30 for a 10km course. On-site catering.

Did you break the traffic rules?

The drivers passing through road were given this week by the students of the local primary school with a good apple or a lemon. The first fruit could count on the drivers who rode according to the rules. However, those who broke it had to choose between a mandate and a slice of lemon.

 

In the “Apple and lemon” campaign promoting road safety, the Primary School named after Stefan Pawley. Police officers took part in it: Arturo Saxby and Sergeant. staff. Marci and 4 b students along with their tutors.

 

The action was initiated by Wiseman Pawley, the director of the “primary school” ritual as part of the “Reflective School” competition. Students supervised by educator Wojciech and coordinators of the campaign: Dorati and Iowan prepared banners with slogans regarding road safety. The children were dressed in reflective vests.

 

The joint action of students and the police consisted of rewarding exemplary drivers with a gift – a good apple and a poem: “Dear driver, you have kept the road regulations because you get an apple”. Drivers who did not comply with traffic regulations had to choose between the mandate and eating a slice of lemon. As you can guess, each of the drivers after listening to the instructions from the policemen and the poem “Who does not respect road rules, this lemon gets” with a relief of a slice of lemon handed by children.

 

For students, participation in the action was not only great fun but also an opportunity to look at the work of police officers and demonstrate knowledge about traffic regulations and safe pedestrian traffic.

Yellow vests were made for Heart Hangers

While the Angevin festival is fast approaching, the time has come to dress in its most beautiful coat of light. And this year, it will be necessary to respect the theme of the building sites. Head to the Grand Theater to customize a yellow reflective vest.

 

Plumbing pipes, duct tape, pieces of cardboard, orange fabric… and of course, the famous yellow construction vest. Since August 28, when we go to the first floor of the Grand Theater of Angers, the room seems to have turned into a real fashion workshop.

 

Because to stick to the theme of the yards of Heartbeats, 7, 8 and 9 September, it will be necessary to dress accordingly. The yellow vest obliges. And to set herself apart from others, Caroline de Pommereau, a set designer, provides daily advice to participants in the dress code workshops between 2 pm and 6 pm “I imagined a place where you can create, cut … not just customize your yellow vest. ”

 

In the vast hall of the Grand Theater, busts of models are covered with the artist’s creations. There a woman’s bust with epaulettes and a puff skirt in orange paper. Here a man’s bust with ribbon tape for red and white plastic work. Tuesday, August 28, for the first session of the season, about twenty people have been busy making their dress of light, they will wear during the Angevin festival.

 

As soon as I arrive, I immediately warn the designer. I do not have the soul of an artist. Caroline de Pommereau advises me to cut the two edges of the vest at the waist, the latter being too wide for me. Seeing the yellow vest transformed into a dress mentioned above, I start making a skirt. I search through all the objects and fabrics offered and decide on a burgundy colored paper and a white and red plastic ribbon.

 

A felt paper sign

With the paper and with a stapler and a pair of scissors, I make a skirt, which I hang on the yellow high visibility vest. Then, I cut the paper to make fringes. I then make a belt. Result: I am not really convinced. I look at a girl next to me. She makes a traffic sign with red and black felt paper, and it’s really very successful. “I wanted to do a lot of them, but when I see how long it takes, I think I’ll do just one,” she says.

 

Next to 15-year-old Leonora, her brother Constant explains that he is making “a belt with small beige plastic tubes”. At the other end of the room, 9-year-old Louis turns his yellow vest into a SCO jersey, with his name written with reflective tape and a logo of the football team.

 

Little by little, participants leave the room, yellow vest in hand, ready to parade with. Those who only have their daily clothes in their closets can still register, and why not, become the most beautiful or the most beautiful heart-catchers.

 

And if you become a volunteer for the Food Bank of Burgundy?

Wearing an orange reflective vest, the volunteers of the Food Bank are looking for food, unsold or expiry dates, in supermarkets. Food is then stored in the association’s warehouses, before being redistributed to 82 partner charities. A volunteer allows the distribution of 30,000 meals. The Food Bank also receives products from the food industry, the state and the European Union. In Burgundy, 1200 tons of food pass each year in the hands of “Vests orange”.

 

Hard-working volunteers

Severna is one of them. He has just returned to the warehouse, driving a van, with a “pickup”, a load of unsold food provided by a supermarket. Involved in the association since November 2017, this retiree devotes his two half days a week. Even more assiduously, four times a week, Colette, 80, is assigned to make small parcels: “At the moment, we put rice, compote, green beans, jam, dessert cream, chocolate, coffee and cocoa. Here, everyone knows her. She has been working there for 16 years, and never tires of it: “I like that, I find friendship, and then I’m all alone, so it takes care of me”.

 

Half a day or more a week

The Food Bank needs to expand its workforce. “We can give half a day a week, or more, of course, usually in the morning,” said Agnes Biotin, General Delegate of the Food Bank of Burgundy. In terms of activities, “They are focused on picking up products in supermarkets, sorting them in our warehouse or in our cold room. Also, we are looking for volunteers to prepare orders for associations. We also have offices, where we look for specific skills, management controller, someone who deals with computers, also people who deal with relations with associations.

 

Protect volunteers against accidents

Sylvie, head of human resources, adds that every precaution is taken to avoid accidents during these activities: “each volunteer is equipped with safety shoes, an orange vest, gloves. Safety instructions are given to all new volunteers, as well as training on sorting, sanitary standards, hygiene and food safety, but also safety when driving a truck, or when working in the company”. In addition, volunteers are covered by insurance in the event of an accident.

Young Poland is going to school safely

With the start of the school year in 2018/2019 – the nationwide campaign “Safe road to school” has started.

 

This is the fifth edition of the largest educational campaign in the country. Will be conducted in September and October, and during its duration children learn about the principles of safe movement under the roads. They will also receive reflective vests and a colorful lesson plan.

 

Ericka is a trademark of the PSB chain of stores belonging to the Pulaski Group. Let us remind you that last year 53 shops took part in the campaign, in cooperation with 153 educational institutions in Poland.

 

Almost 10,000 children from kindergartens and primary schools had the opportunity to get acquainted with road signs and the basic rules of safe movement on the street; especially when crossing the road on the way to school. After training the kids received reflective elements: key chains, special armbands, high visibility vests which are all made of reflective materials – thanks to which they will be more visible on the road.

 

“This year, we expect an even greater involvement of the PSB network in the educational campaign for children, which will last for September and October. In addition, the children will receive a lesson plan.” says Marlene, spokesman for the PSB Handel SA Group.

 

This is the fifth edition of the “Safe Way to School” campaign, which every year is received with great enthusiasm both by schools, police, parents, and above all by the youngest participants. Its scope is constantly expanding – the action goes to various parts of the country.

How to cycle in a group in Spain

The Spanish traffic service DGT explained in a short video how to cycle in a group on the public road. It is indicated that the cycling of two people is allowed next to each other. Even though it seems that this can cause dangerous situations, it also increases the view of cyclists, which make drivers see cyclists better.

 

The Spanish traffic law indicates that if you drive a group of cyclists on the main road you have to do that 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 allowed to drive two by two on public roads when driving in a group. So keep in mind that there are a lot of traffic that can be dangerous and in places where visibility is obstructed, such as in curvy roads.

 

According to the law, the motorist must always keep a distance of 1.5 meters from the cyclists, which are more difficult when cyclists cycle alongside each other (maximum of 2 people). This ensures that drivers sometimes have to be very patient when it is busy with cyclists and opposing traffic. This can sometimes lead to dangerous situations where it is sometimes more sensible to cycle together in groups and not 2 by 2 next to each other.

 

And cyclists beware, outside the built-up area when driving on the public road one always has to wear a bicycle helmet and have good lighting. In addition, reflective clothing is also a necessary luxury, such as reflective vests. A cycling helmet for adults is not required in urban areas, but it is not compulsory for cyclists younger than 16 years old.

Safe to school – safe home

The start of the new school year requires special attention from all road users. With the kick-off event at the beginning of the school year “Safe to School – Safe Home” in the Wittelsbacher Land, organized by the Roundabout and supported by the Theresa elementary school Friedberg and designed with a great supporting program, all responsible persons made an important contribution to the road safety.

 

School, district administrator, mayor, police, school board, traffic guard, ADAC, parents and savings bank appealed to the special caution, to the protective measures of the children and in particular the motorists were called to the special caution, so the general tenor “the safety of the pupils and students are all dear to our hearts! “. Rector Elisabeth Kern emphasized in her welcome address that this commitment is particularly important and necessary.

 

The importance of the safe way to school Klaus Metzger and Mayor Roland Eichmann, who is still desperately looking for traffic helpers for Friedberg, and also police councilor Ralf Burley from the police headquarters Schwab Nord, because in the first half of 2018 there were more school-leaving accidents in which four children were killed. The school choir enthused in between time and again with his song contributions. After school director Ingrid Hillenbrand welcomed almost 100 first-graders, the schoolchildren were given the protection vests by the guests of honor, which the ADAC Foundation provided.

 

KVW chairman Helmut Beck also appealed to the parents that the ADAC safety vest can only have its protective effect if worn by the children. Wolfgang Pretzel, managing director of the community campaign “Safe to School – Safe Home” thanked EPHK Hubert Schroder from the Ministry of Interior for the organized activities, which represents an important step towards more road safety on the way to school.

 

He also emphasized that no serious traffic accident had to be registered on the crossings and intersections with traffic helpers. In the end, there was a common appeal to all motorists “Always be careful, focused and take special care of the little schoolchildren!”

Safety operation in school transport

The students of the college launched the operation on Tuesday morning.

 

The operation, which will concern the entire department of Lot-et-Garonne, was launched this Tuesday morning at the college.

 

The 6th graders practiced a life-size exercise: evacuation of a bus in a minimum time, and safely, in case of problems.

 

All dressed in the essential yellow reflective vest, they benefited from the advice of the actors of the Prevention Road, in the presence of the officials of the establishment, members of the County Council of Lot-et-Garonne and the Regional Council of New Aquitaine.

 

 

542 participants of the rally

On Sunday, the 1st Cycling Partnership Tychy took place to commemorate the patrons of the cities of Saint Christopher and St. Valentine. At the same time, the rally started the European Week of Sustainable Transport, which ends on September 22. In the event organized by the City of Tychy and the Sports Association NOL-TYCHY, 542 cyclists took part in the patronage of the Metropolis.

 

Tychy is a city that loves sports and outdoor activities, which is why we have been making sure that cyclists feel good in it for many years. Thinking about them, we have created numerous bike paths, bicycle repair stations, and pump track for those who like extreme emotions and challenges. The “Rowe love Tychy” campaign allowed the Tashkent to love two wheels even more, while “Task Rower” gave them an opportunity for unlimited cycling trips around the city, as well as alternative, ecological transport to school or work – President Andrej Dinuba enumerated.

 

The event had its start at Gemini Park Tychy, where participants received starter packages, which included a reflective vest and band, an information bulletin and drinks prepared by sponsors. – Such rallies have their overriding goals, above all the promotion of an alternative means of communication, but also security. Thanks to such events, more people move in reflections, like high visibility vests and helmets with reflective materials which positively affect the safety of road users – emphasized Michal, Councilor of Tychy and organizer of the event.

 

The pleasure of cycling is appreciated by the residents of our city every day, which is especially evident during the annual Family Bike Rally, which this year was organized for the 19th time, and in which 850 people took part. This year, the city of Beirut organizes or co-organizes a record number of bicycle events inviting all lovers of two wheels on its bike routes – added Kristina, the mayor of the town of Beirut.

 

Then, under the escort of the police and the city guard, they moved to the halfway point in Beirut. At the halfway point, concert contests and a meal funded by DANONE were waiting for cyclists. The finish line took place at the Municipal Stadium in Tychy, where cyclists not only could eat a tasty bison and cold non-alcoholic beer but also take part in the free time fairs.