How to deal with an accident or collision

A road accident, or even a simple accident, is always associated with enormous stress of road safety for the involved road users. Under the influence of emotions, it is easy to lose your head. That is why we suggest what you need to remember to help yourself and others. It does not matter if you will be an event participant or a witness.

Drivers admitted that they happen to exceed speed, for which they were fined. An analogous penalty was met for an incorrectly executed maneuver of 16 percent respondents. This type of misdemeanor is also, unfortunately, frequent causes of collisions and accidents in road traffic. It does not matter if we are prudent and cautious drivers ourselves. The risk of participating in an unpleasant incident on the road applies to anyone who sits behind the wheel.

It is very important to correctly classify the event in which you participated or whom you witnessed. Further proceedings depend on his qualifications. COLLISION is a road incident which results in material losses and only such. A ROAD is a road accident in which injured people are injured or, in the worst-case scenario, are dead. Therefore, the first and basic act after the occurrence of an emergency on the road should always be an assessment of the condition of the injured. If you were the driver, remember that the Road Traffic Law clearly clarifies your duties.

In the event of a collision, you are required to:

Stop the vehicle in a way that does not pose a threat to road safety. Remember to turn on the hazard lights and turn off the ignition and apply the parking brake. In practice, this means using a warning triangle. In the built-up area, the triangle can be positioned directly behind the vehicle. In an un-built area, it should be located 30 to 50 m behind the car. There is a distance of 100 m on the highway. It is also recommended to use a reflective vest. Make sure other road accident participants are able to secure their vehicles. The law also requires you to remove the vehicle from the accident site so that it does not cause any danger or traffic jam. Failure to comply with this regulation may result in the imposition of a mandate, regardless of who was the perpetrator.

It is worth remembering that in the case of a collision there is no obligation to call the police. People involved in the cullet can explain the situation themselves. If there is consent, as to the course of the incident, the offender is obliged to write to the victim the statement in which he admits to cause a collision, give details and the number of the Policy. It is good to have one copy of this blank bill always in the car. Alternatively, they can be written on a blank piece of paper (using the patterns available on the internet). In the event of a collision, we only call the police when circumstances are not clear or when there is a suspicion that a crime has been committed. Don’t forget to keep a safety vest when you stand on road.

The last action you perform in relation to the participation in the collision should be to notify your insurer. In emergencies, all the advantages of having a voluntary AC insurance with the assistance package are revealed. If you have such a policy, the insurer will not only help in mastering the situation, instructing the injured. It can also organize a hotel, a replacement car or a tugboat. The respondents, commissioned by Santander Consumer Bank, indicated that in the event of a breakdown on the road, the most valuable assistance services are free towing a vehicle to the workshop (over 77% of indications), using a replacement car (65%) and mechanic services (42%).

A special track Instead of a ticket for 20 drivers – a safety vest

20 drivers were selected for the test that had at least three years driving license and regularly rode. They were divided into two groups of ten - younger (21-34 years old) and older (60-75 years old), all of them wear the reflective vest. Their task was to travel 10 times almost 2 km of the road in night conditions. A section of the road was chosen, with curves and hills as well as straight sections.

The road was standard marked (vertical signs and horizontal marking), unlit. In addition, there are several lighthouses deployed by sensors that simulated the lights of vehicles approaching from the opposite direction.

Drivers rode Nissan Maxima from 1997. The car was equipped with cameras, sensors and equipment with a button that recorded the moment when the driver saw the pedestrian.

Pedestrians dressed in five types of clothes walked along the track chosen for the experiment:

- Black: black sweatshirt, pants, gloves and shoes

- Whites: white coat, white gloves and leggings

- In waistcoats: dressed as in black but with a yellow vest containing a reflective box at the chest level

- Safety: dressed as in the black version but with sewn reflectors in the wrists, elbows, arms, hips, knees and ankles

Pedestrians in each of these outfits appeared to the drivers twice - once when driving with the passing lights, once while driving with traffic lights. They also studied the perception of a pedestrian dressed in the same outfit, when he stood in the dark and in a place on the road, in which there were also distracting reflective cones.

It turned out that when driving with the lights on; the pedestrians dressed in black were practically not seen. Younger drivers dressed in white saw from about 50 m, the elders from a smaller distance. They were dressed in a vest with reflections and were noticed by young drivers from over 50 m, in older ones at a distance comparable to pedestrians dressed in white. The safety garment provided pedestrian visibility from over 200 m to young drivers and over 100 m to older drivers.

At traffic lights, younger drivers noticed pedestrians dressed in black with approx. 40 m, the older ones almost at all. Interestingly, both groups of drivers noticed faster pedestrians dressed in white (almost 150 m - young, about 75 m - older) than dressed in a safety vest with reflections (about 75 m - young, about 60 m - older). Reflective wipes were still unrivaled. Younger drivers saw such a pedestrian with more than 200 m, older - with almost 150 m.

Policemen call for caution and adherence to safe driving rules

Changing road conditions, quickly falling in the dark, fogs, snowfalls, slippery and wet surfaces significantly hinder driving. Remember that excessive speed and rapid maneuvers can contribute to the loss of control of the vehicle and, consequently, to collisions and accidents. Sunoco police officers in safety vest call for caution and compliance with the rules and rules of safe driving.

Deteriorating road conditions require more caution and increased concentration from drivers. In connection with rain or snow, roadways can be slippery, and in such situations, the wheels easily lose their grip. Remember that in many different places the road surface combined with rainfall, extends the braking distance of the vehicle, in extreme cases the driver may slip and not control the car. Overtaking in such conditions, passing, cornering can be very dangerous. Drivers should remember to navigate the road with lights on and observe the speed limits, and when weather conditions are worse, to slow down according to the principle that slower means safer. We appeal not to charge, think or anticipate threats.

You should pay particular attention to the depressions of the terrain, on hills, near forests and water reservoirs - the road can be particularly slippery there. Exercise extreme caution near pedestrian crossings. Also, be careful when commuting to them. If the pedestrian enters the passage, the driver may not slow down. 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.

Let us be very careful on the road, especially after dark. Pedestrians are unprotected road users who, when adverse weather conditions become less visible to drivers. We also pay special attention 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. Of course, the pedestrian takes precedence over the passage, but here the principle of limited trust is most applicable. 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.

We remind you about the obligation to use reflective elements by pedestrians traveling on roads outside built-up areas - the use of reflective elements improves visibility and thus safety.

Palace miracle: the "vigilant grandparents" return

Within a few hours, the administration resolves the bureaucratic steps related to the transfer of police to the UTI. They have arrived within twenty-four hours: from the next few days, the "vigilant grandparents" in safety vest will be able to return to preside over the pedestrian crossings of the schools and to guarantee the safety of children and families.

"In fact, quickly completed the bureaucratic steps related to the transfer of local police in the UTI - says a statement from the City, the security volunteers will be able to immediately return to service at the entrance and exit from the school complexes.”

"It was a fulfillment required by law, which requires that safety training be redone when the employer changes - explains the mayor of Udine in safety clothing. Already tomorrow, volunteers will be able to integrate the training course previously followed with the City of Udine and to follow will be able to return to service. A valuable contribution that is not so long ago, at the end of October, the city administration wanted to recognize with an official award ceremony of all the volunteers in service.

"What is done for free and with high civic sense by these citizens is a truly valuable service for the community - underlines Mayor. A work not only of street and civic education, but also allowed us to reduce the presence of local police in the school complexes by employing agents in other important areas of intervention.” Please note that for those interested in serving as a reflective vest dressed security volunteer, requests may be submitted in February and in August each year.

Reflective vest for cars: obligation and penalties

The reflective lifejackets are mandatory to wear when you leave the car stopped outside the towns and in conditions of poor visibility.

Reflective vest for cars: obligation and penalties

The reflective vest, also called a life-saving giblet, has been compulsory by law since 2004. The Decree of December 30, 2003 of the Ministry of Infrastructures and Transport establishes that those who leave a car in a stationary condition in poor visibility conditions (low lighting, fog, snow or heavy rains) is required to wear the jacket. It is advisable to keep the jacket placed in the vehicle, possibly not in the luggage compartment, so that it is within reach for wearing it before getting out of the car.

Reflective jacket, which one to choose?

The Highway Code foresees in article 162 the use of the reflective vest or alternatively high visibility retro reflective braces.

How should the jacket be?

The Decree of 2003 established that vests and braces must comply with the approval with the CE mark and the initials UNI EN 471. It does not matter the color, which can be yellow, orange or red, as long as it is fluorescent and has strips that reflect light.

Obligation of the reflective vest

Always the art 162 paragraphs 1 of the Highway Code impose the obligation of the reflective vest to the drivers of all vehicles, excluding cycles, two-wheel mopeds and motorcycles. In the standard quadricycles are not excluded, so for example driving quads and mini-cars must have the jacket. This also applies to foreigners, even if the decree focuses on vehicles registered in Italy, leaving drivers of foreign vehicles the possibility of having a jacket that has not been homologated.

Life jackets: sanctions

It is advisable to keep the reflective safety vest in the door in order to wear it even before getting out of the car. Who transgresses the rule, can run into administrative penalties ranging from 41.00 Euros to 169.00 Euros, which for the driver are also to reduce 2 points from the license. In any case, it is not mandatory to have the jacket in the car and show it during the checks, while it is for the triangle.

The new North wave summer collection with reflective material

The Italian firm North wave presented a few days ago its complete collection of clothes with reflective material for the spring-summer season of 2017, a collection whose common denominator remains, without any doubt, comfort, design and quality. Extreme2, Mind Field, Palm Beach and Logo 3 jerseys, Logo 3 and Blade 2 culottes, Flag Man and Blaze gloves and Vortex Jacket windbreakers, Vortex Vest vests and Extreme Tech stocks are the main stars of this collection.

The short sleeve jerseys Extreme2, Mind Field, Palm Beach, and Logo 3 of North wave share a good part of its main characteristics, among which its fabric covered with microscopic pores that guarantees an excellent perspiration. In addition, the super-breathable 3D mesh inserts on the sides achieve even greater ventilation. The lower part of their sleeves has great grip points that adapt like a second skin. It also has an elastic silicone band around the waist. A complete YKK zipper, three back pockets, and a full reflective band at the waist complete the details of these jerseys.

Both the Logo 3 calotte and the Blade 2 have K110 padding, specially conceived to face medium and long distance routes with excellent shock absorption and great breathability. They are made with a compression fabric that reduces muscle vibration thereby decreasing the feeling of fatigue and improving sports performance. The straps of these culottes are made in a mesh that guarantees greater breathability. On the other hand, the construction of the leg cuff combines a 4.5 cm microfiber band with a cut panel for a perfect fit.

They also have reflective details on the legs and the lower part of the back.

The Flag Man short gloves from North wave have a perforated microfiber palm for great breathability. Maximum comfort is achieved thanks to its latex foam padding on the palms. The flexible mesh on the back promotes increased airflow and quick drying. A Velcro adjusts the cuffs, the thumb has a microfiber area that will help us to clean the sweat, and the tabs of the fingers allow you to remove the glove easily.

The local police will equip new safety vest

The police force will renews the uniforms, weapons, ammunition and acquire bulletproof safety vests. The network allows a coordinated response of the security forces to fires or attacks.

The Local Police has joined the Emergency Radio communication System of the State, Side, which facilitates coordination with security forces and other teams, such as the National Police, Civil Guard, General Directorate of Traffic, DGT, and the Military Emergency Unit, UME, among others.

The announcement was made by the mayor of Caceres at the headquarters of the local police. Since this company is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of this service, it happens throughout the national territory. Guillermo explained that Side is a digital radio communication network «of the State, which operates Telephonic and based on the tetragon standard» like that used by other European countries such as France or Switzerland, set up by the Ministry of the Interior and that covers everything the country. The network is "private, completely outside the networks for public use, a frequency band that is owned by the Ministry is used, which ensures privacy and has a total availability, virtually never falls when there are catastrophes or emergencies", added Santa in safety clothing. The network, therefore, facilitates voice and secure data communications and quality in all types of situations, because it uses a frequency band different from commercial radio networks, which in turn prevents them from being intervened by external agents.

This network facilitates "that each body functions in an independent manner, in this case the Local Police, the National Police, the Civil Guard, but allows much greater coordination in an emergency situation or lack of security," said the director of Telephonic in Extremadura, as well as facilitating the location of terminals. The Ministry of the Interior opens this network to incorporate other administrations. The municipality is the first one that has adhered to Extremadura, where the Board uses it for the 112 Emergency and Emergency Care Center and the Extremadura Health Service. For Elena Nevada, with the incorporation of the local police of Caceres into this system, "the service and the response to the citizen is improved and, therefore, to continue advancing in security".

In particular, the provision to the local police of Caceres has consisted of 51 terminals, 50 of them portable that will carry the agents, and one fixed, two units of vehicles and a Terminal Positioning System. Telephonic has been awarded the support of this service, as well as the supply of devices, the maintenance of the service and the equipment for four years. The cost of this system has been 165,000 Euros, which according to Elena Nevada, "to continue to improve the security of the city and, above all, the response capacity of our local police.” The mayor also stressed that Caceres "is the safest city in Spain and this is due not only to the media but also to the people behind this public service", in recognition of the work of the local police, although "there is no never lift your foot ».

Likewise, in the next few days the agents will be given bulletproof vests, which will be in use before the end of the year. As explained by Mateo, the council "has made a first consignment of 40,000 Euros" for its acquisition, "the goal is that between 2017 and 2018 the entire workforce, when they go out to the street to do operational services, are gifted with protective vests. Although Caceres is one of the safest cities in Spain, Rafael Mateo believes that, at an anti-terrorist level, 4 "nobody is on the sidelines of a possible attack.”