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An army of yellow reflective vests for the future line Canal

Preliminary studies of the future tram line “Channel” are visible from a few days in town: officials in yellow reflective vest covered the routes of cars to see traffic flows.

 

If you traveled in the city center these days, you do not miss them: posted along major axes, dressed in yellow vests, a strange interim army performs a counting operation. Counting ground-based instruments and cameras placed on red lights at some intersections complete the system. This will determine where do and where to direct the cars on the main road between the Grand to determine what is the best path for the future tramway Canal, called to enter into Service in 2019.

 

“AA BD 564 … 298 …” In his Dictaphone, the agent records the first five characters of car license plates. Organized in trio, each agent handles a file, Boulevard of the mouthpiece, at the bridge. A hundred meters away, Boulevard des, a new trio recorded the plates. The operation also performed Boulevard Marquette, will post recordings of counting, to know precisely the path of each car.

 

Where will the tram “Channel”? This is the question that will have to meet officials SMTC and Toulouse. First, what side of the canal? The two tram routes will they be on the same side? How very crossing used by he will build a special car design with reflective tape? What impact the route he will have on traffic?

Reflective vest for Friday: a lighted walk, festive and colorful

Tomorrow night, hikers and cyclists in reflective vest will depart from Figeac to rally Haut, transfigured by candle jars, braziers…

 

Friday, November 25 from 18: 30 pm, at the initiative of the merry band of Behind the Hublot, those who want to extend the day with Pierre will gather up Champollion, before springing to bike to Haut, the ancient city of indomitable.

 

At the same time, instead of July 14, will gather hikers, who, to attack the small roads and trails also go up to the village.

 

“Some bikes with reflective tape will be equipped with special equipment and special fasteners to carry the fire, said Delphine of behind the Hublot. The youth space, through his bike workshop, will be present in force, which should give a nice picture of departure. Once there, the Allumes can eat a good soup and mulled wine. Enlightened by true incandescent sculptures, giant stoves, lanterns and braziers, the village will take the court-like friendly and festive miracles. ”

 

After much heated body, night owls will warm the heart and mind with “Grin”, the show Christophe, according to the “Soliloquies the poor” of Johan. This libertarian poet and songwriter born in 1867, was a master in the art of slang. Contemporary poet Gaston, it is the counterpart, City release. From 20 hours throughout a stroll in the heart of the medieval city, lit as ever, the actor will broadcast the acid and cruel gaze of the poet on his contemporaries and officers, pointing to injustices and inequalities. This show the masterful text, supported by an amazing actor, proves that history stutters and sadly often returns the same dishes.

 

“This project, carried by several local organizations or associations, continues Delphine allows gathering around the fire, for moments of joy and sharing. This is an opportunity to recharge the batteries to regain positive energy. ”

 

The evening offered by Hublot and Behind the Astrolabe for part is a stone of the machine. This is show of writer-builder working with the troupe Royal Deluxe. With the machine, he sails on its own.

 

Behind its collaboration with the Hublot will last until Friday, December 16, for urban conflagration which more later?

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Shuttles will bring the Lit with different starting points.

Mandatory homologated reflective material gloves for two-wheelers

Jean-Claude, departmental delegate of Road Safety, draws attention to the new security arrangements for two and three wheelers whether motorcycles, mopeds, tricycles and quadricycles (except models with belt and door).

 

“As of November 20, wearing strengthened and approved reflective material gloves become mandatory All drivers and passengers of motorcycles and scooters in particular are concerned ” says the latter he says:..” We must make them aware that wearing these gloves is a necessity in order to avoid serious and irreversible injury since the first reflex when falling is to put hands forward; fingers, wrists, arms and forearms are exposed to fractures, skin lesions and burns with gravel due to friction with the road.” These vulnerable users account for nearly 43% of serious injuries from the road.

 

Fine and withdrawal point for violations

The delegate of the Road safety also points to the absence of wearing of approved gloves made with reflective tape will be punished for the driver a fine of € 68 and lost 1 point on the driving license. ” The passenger will be fined the same amount. This provision will be effective on November 20, a few weeks grace period will however be granted to drivers to allow specialty stores to stock up. ” The fine is minus 45 € if the payment is made at the place of verbalization or within 15 days of the offense.

 

The behavior of cyclists in focus

And Jean-Claude to express dissatisfaction also with regard to the addictive behavior of some cyclists who roam the accident-prone roads in the town and in the image of many motorists who expose them to as road hazards by adopting the same bad attitudes. “Few cyclists know that using a mobile hand-held phone is prohibited by Article R412-6-1 of traffic. Call the handlebar cost them a fine 2nd class, 35 € ‘.

 

He wishes to emphasize another point. “Cyclists often forget that wearing a retro reflective vest is mandatory for day and night, and especially at this time of year when visibility is reduced (low light, fog and degraded weather …).”

Pedestrians, beware! Reflective elements are mandatory

New requirement aims to improve pedestrian safety. Even very cheap solution is fine because pedestrians can save lives.

 

The long awaited obliged to wear under reduced visibility reflective material will come into effect this Saturday, February 20th. Under the amended law on road traffic will have to pedestrians wear reflective elements in reduced visibility when moving outside of the village on the shoulder or on the side of the road in a place that is not illuminated by public lighting.

 

Reflective elements for pedestrians will be required not only at night but also at night and in fog. Pedestrians do not have to wear reflective vests will be enough quality supplement of retro reflective material, distinctive color (e.g. Yellow, light green), which will be visible to other road users.

 

The Ministry of Transport recommends that pedestrians use reflective tape on the leg or arm toward the roadway. Ideally, such a belt was to appear at both extremities. These tapes can get in sporting goods stores or in traditional supermarkets, the price will be around 30 crowns.

 

Test sister magazine World engine proved that even with this low-cost solution pedestrian is much better than not seeing unlit. Transport Ministry adds that while the pedestrians dressed in black driver sees in the dark at a distance of only 18 meters, using the reflective element, it may no longer recognize the 200 meters. This gives the driver more time to react to pedestrians and avoid him.

 

The solution is also significant reflective tapes that are part of the clothing (or backpack bags).

Walkers reflective elements outside of the village do not wear dark, threatening to block the proceedings a fine of up to 2,000 crowns in administrative proceedings will pay 1.500 to 2.500 crowns. In cooperation with BESIP pedestrians will hand out free reflective belts and bags

It is important to be seen. Police handed out reflective tape for pedestrians

Autumn foggy or rainy weather, the many drivers and not complicate them traveling. Darkness and poor weather conditions would be on the road had to adapt not only motorists, but also pedestrians and cyclists without safety vest, because they are the most vulnerable road users and the consequences of accidents are often fatal.

 

“The important point is therefore that everyone who move on roads properly seen. Visibility of pedestrians or cyclists can be increased and properly chosen clothes and accessories with patches of fluorescent and reflective materials. People in dark clothes and black are in poor visibility seen the worst, “said spokesman Simon police.

 

For these reasons, it took place on Monday morning at various locations in Kromeriz and Hulin traffic safety action “We are”, which was primarily focused precisely on this most vulnerable group.

 

“Traffic policemen together with city policemen, the regional coordinator BESIP as police spokesperson and handed out nearly two hundred reflective bags, as well as reflective tape,” police spokesman quantified.

 

They approached various road users, mostly cyclists and pedestrians of all ages and all explain how it is important for them to be on the road to see properly.

Police with safety clothes service for people in the New Year’s Eve

The New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Eve especially bestowed the Augsburg fire brigade and rescue services a variety of missions. 150 emergency service calls and 23 fire-fighting operations were predisposed, in the control center area of the integrated control center of Augsburg.

 

7:45 pm (Augsburg) has been reported an “orphan” guide dog. The reflective vest held with the inscription “guide dog” Labrador, could be returned to its owner before the arrival of the fire.

At 9:20 PM the small alarm vehicle was “water from home” called into address for Key word.

At 11:45 the small alarm vehicle was set on the right road fire.

At 13:00 the small alarm vehicle of the professional fire Augsburg was summoned to an injured dove.

At 13:15 the ladder of the professional fire Augsburg was established. Approximately 60cm long icicles (see picture) threatened to fall onto the sidewalk.

At 16:50 reported an animal lover a stray dog in the street Ulmer at the stop

At 19:20 pm, the fire brigade and the volunteer fire brigade Augsburg were summoned to the Luther King Street. The apartment was ventilated.

At 20:30 pm, the small alarm vehicle with reflective tape of the professional fire Augsburg was established to an injured crow.

At 23:30 the fire brigade was called to a fire in the old alley.

Against 00:00 a RTW was with a rescue service use at the stop, sprayed with color spray cans.

At 0:10 pm, the fire brigade and the volunteer fire brigade Augsburg Oberhausen were summoned to the Municipal Theater. The fire alarm system had reported a fire. In a light shaft burned firecrackers residues and debris. About a tilted window drew fire smoke into the building, the Auto. Smoke detectors reported the fire.

To 12:15 the fire brigade Augsburg was established in the George Street. Probably by a firecracker came a skeleton Plane on fire

At 0:30 pm, the fire brigade and the volunteer fire brigade Augsburg were summoned to the Lehar Street. False alarm!

At 1:00 pm, the fire brigade Augsburg was established. A person had fallen from the ramparts. Firefighters opened the sealed area. The person was uninjured.

At 1:45 PM, the fire brigade and the volunteer fire Augsburg and Oberhausen were called. Access to the underground parking and Dumpsters Park burned in full expansion.

At 1:50 PM the RTW to Johann Street was called. One child had severe burns on his hand and had to be hospitalized urgently. This application is for many burns and injuries caused by firecrackers New Year

At 4:00 pm, the fire brigade and the volunteer fire brigade Augsburg Oberhausen were called. From an already closed local smoke rushed out. The restaurant was opened in the premises but was still a celebration under way, the smoke was probably.

At 5:30 pm, the fire brigade was called in Augsburg. Four people were trapped in stuck elevator. The fire brigade Augsburg with safety clothes freed uninjured persons.

At 6:00 pm, the fire brigade and the volunteer fire brigade Augsburg from Hometown were called to a tripped automatic fire alarm system. False alarm!

The inserts which have been processed by volunteer fire without fire brigade Augsburg were not listed.

That’s to do with breakdowns on the highway

The engine stutters, the car will slow down the other cars race past a. Those who remain are on the highway, must be careful. What to do now? Reflective accessory and safety vest can help you.

 

The important thing is that you do not panic and act rashly. Remember that the car does not count on the highway with pedestrians and go much faster than in the city. With these tips you can master the next breakdown on the highway.

 

Step 1: road users warn

Once you realize that their car is something wrong, you should turn on the hazard lights to warn the traffic behind. Should also the hazard lights have failed, you need to draw attention to them by raising hands. This should take if possible the passenger.

 

Step 2: Walk from the kerbside

Control at the first signs of a breakdown a suitable place to stop, if possible, a breakdown bay or regular parking. Who is not able to get there, must be the vehicle on the hard shoulder, but in any case leave as much as possible at the right edge of the roadway.

 

Step 3: The safety vest is mandatory

Once the vehicle is stationary, you should wear a safety reflective vest. If the situation allows, you can first get out and they create there. As of July 01, 2014 in Germany, the requirement to carry such applies. “However, we recommend carry additional west, so that passengers from a distance can be seen leaving the car,” explains Kurt, President of the German road (DVW).

“Most important, exit the vehicle on the passenger side and embark directly behind the guardrail,” says Kurt.

 

Step 4: Set up the warning triangle

If all occupants of moving traffic in security secure the vehicle from: Place the warning triangle with reflective tape at the right edge of the roadway on. On motorways there should be 150 meters ahead of the broken-down vehicle are positioned so that the following road users sufficient time to adjust their driving behavior accordingly. Offer guidance delineators that are placed every 50 meters.

 

Step 5: call roadside assistance

Or you call the breakdown service. Many drivers use her phone. It is important to convey the exact breakdown location and direction of travel. Per GPS on the navigation device or smartphone to people can easily locate.

Reflective element bicycle

Nike, which is headquartered in Portland (United States), for 40 years, has decided to give the city he calls ‘home’ a gift.

 

Partnering with the Portland Office of Transportation, Nike will make an investment of $ 10 million over five years for the new system Bike Portland: BIKETOWN. In addition it will increase the number of bicycles with reflective elements, of the 600 initially raised to 1,000 (for a city that has more than 600,000 inhabitants).

 

“We are proud of our long history of collaboration with the City of Portland and we believe the program participation bike, BIKETOWN, is another example of how we can work together to help make the community of Portland even more active, vibrant and innovative “said Vice President of Global Community Impact Nike, Jorge.

 

Bicycles, which will have the logo of Nike, will be orange. This is one of the classic colors of the brand since 1971, when its founder, Phil Knight, decided to put his famous logo on this tone shoes in boxes, according ensures the company.

 

In fact, in 1989 this color became the official brand, “today there is no one that does not relate a shoebox with orange Nike” says the company. It is precisely the design of their boxes sport that has inspired the baskets that will incorporate into the front of the bikes for users to store their bikes things during the journey.

 

In addition, the safety of users has been very present during the design of bicycles through reflective tape gray strategically placed in different parts of the bikes.

 

Another city ‘bicycle-friendly’

This program, which will be released next July, makes Portland become a little greener city and joins the list of cities in the world who have decided to bet on two wheels as transportation for its inhabitants such as Barcelona or Madrid.

 

Although, the truth is that Portland was known as a city ‘bike-friendly’. Bicycle with some reflective accessory can enhance the visibility. With nearly 500 kilometers of bike lanes and passable roads on two wheels, it is considered among the top 10 cities for transportation bike United States. In addition, last September it was estimated that Portland received more than $ 130 million in revenue by business bicycles.

Reflective tape to run at night

Gone are the days, the lazy days at the beach and chilled cocktails, winter approaches and the days get shorter. For fans of running, it’s time to cover up and protect her skin from the cold , but also to equip themselves to be clearly visible, as the nightlife are likely to multiply. From feet to head, running with headlamps, we have compiled for you eight accessories that allow you to shine brightly to run safely after dark.

Focus on fluorescent and reflective strips

 

Two things help make a night of jogging without fear of accident: the fluorescent (or light colors) and reflective tape. The first is rather recommended in fog or rain, the seconds are essential on a clear night. The combination of the two makes it possible to be seen over 100 meters against 30 meters with dark clothing, or the scope of the headlights of a car. For smaller budgets, it is possible to purchase reflective material to stick to his usual clothes.

 

For the head, there are many facilities, such as caps equipped with LED or headlamps. These two accessories allow not only to be seen, but also to see where you walk. It would be stupid to hurt you tripping over a pothole!

 

For the body, we recommend light colored clothing, and even fluorescent, but especially equipped impressions or reflective tape. It is also prudent to invest in a cuff LED, which can further increase visibility. Some models can even host your Smartphone to be able to listen to music without the slightest concern.

With all that, still try not dazzling motorists!

True-False against the compulsory high visibility vest

Since 1 January this year the yellow vest is mandatory for motorcyclists and motorists, but the mode of application of this new rule are still a little confused. Let us try to see a little clearer with the answers to questions that you ask about this. Some are obvious to some, but it’s better in the saying…

  1. The yellow color is not imposed: True

Published in the Official Journal of 10 May 2015, speaks exactly a “high visibility vest,” which means that it may be from other equipment reflective as a yellow vest. Your jacket may be of another color (orange for example), but in practice, most equipment sold in the shops are bright yellow.

  1. Wearing a yellow vest must be permanent: False

It is very clear in the texts: it is not a matter for bikers to wear retro-reflective equipment permanently, but to own one “on them or in their vehicle storage (net, safe …) “and they will” wear down when their vehicle after an emergency stop, to improve their visibility.”

  1. The fine can go up to 135 €: True

If you do not have a retro reflective vest during inspection equipment, you can scoop a ticket for € 11 (1st class fine). However, the addition may be more salt if you stop and get off the bike without wearing the compulsory yellow vest: it is then a fine of € 135 (4th class) that hangs in your face!

  1. A simple retro reflective armband may suffice: False

According to a decree dating from 29 September 2008 on which is based, is considered vest” any clothing worn on the upper body such as jacket, parka, vest, shirt or tunic.” It should be limited to those described equipment, in which are not a simple cuff, even if it was a time been considered as mandatory equipment of visibility … However, CE marking is mandatory to certify retro-reflective qualities of your equipment for it to be certified “high visibility”.

  1. It is mandatory to take a second vest for passenger: False

What is not forbidden is allowed, as they say … In the texts, there is no requirement to carry a second high visibility vest, even if common sense recommends: “The Order is to extend the obligation to hold a high visibility vest with reflective tape, already applicable to motorists, drivers of a motor vehicle with two or three wheels” as it is written. Motorists also can be content with a single vest … There is the law and the spirit of the law. Finally, we will add that the triangle is not intended as mandatory equipment for two or three wheels, for obvious practical issues of transportation…