Monday, June 26, 2017

Safety requirements for drivers in European countries

Vienna or Geneva Convention does not provide for you when traveling by car across Europe will only need the Czech mandatory. Tyro Convention mentions only the technical equipment of the vehicle and not the obligatory equipment of the vehicle. If you are going on holiday by car, you should equip your car according to the requirements of each country through which you pass.

ÚAMK Company that provides assistance prepared a list of mandatory equipment in each country.

Belgium
Motorcyclists must wear protective clothing, e.g. .: gloves, jacket with long sleeves, long trousers and boots with ankle protection. Reflective vest is mandatory only for the driver of a motor vehicle. The fire extinguisher is mandatory for vehicles registered in Belgium for foreign vehicles are only a recommendation.

Bulgaria
All vehicles, except motorcycles, must be equipped with a fire extinguisher. Reflective vest is mandatory for anyone who leaves the vehicle during an emergency, even for motorcyclists.

Croatia
Children under 12 may not travel in the front seats. Except for children less than 2 years old located in the "egg" and deactivated airbag. Motorcycle or moped is not permitted to carry children up to 12 years. Vehicle trailer must have two triangles. Reflective vest is mandatory only for the driver of a motor vehicle.

Denmark
Fire extinguisher and reflective vest is not part of the mandatory equipment, but it is recommended to have a vehicle. On highways, the driver must use their car hazard warning lights to alert other motorists before the formation of the column or other dangers (such as accidents, obstacles on the road ...).

Estonia
Reflective vest is mandatory for anyone who leaves the vehicle during an incident in poor visibility. Extinguishing standing position is mandatory two-track motor vehicle equipment. It is mandatory to carry two wheel chocks (blocks of wood or plastic) to prevent possible movement when the vehicle is parked on a hill.

France
Helmets of motorcyclists must have reflective elements according to the ECE 22-04 paragraph 6.16. Helmets approved by the French authorities without reflective stickers can be used. Vehicle drivers and motorcyclists must have Alco test in their vehicles, but no fine will be imposed if it cannot show during a police road check. Children under 10 years must not travel in the front seat when the rear seats are vacant. Reflective vest is mandatory for everyone on board a vehicle with two or more wheels (eg. motorcycle, passenger car, van, camper, truck ...) - Sanctions 90-750 Eur.
In Paris from July 1 introduced a low emission zone and it is therefore necessary to have a low emission plaque. They are prohibited headphones for listening to music and hands free in your ear with cyclists, motorcyclists and drivers of motor vehicles.

Italy
Children traveling in vehicles registered abroad must be ensured in accordance with the laws in force in the country of origin. Reflective vest is mandatory for anyone who emerges from the vehicle during the incident. This regulation does not apply to motorcycles. The cyclist, who rides a road in poor visibility or in a tunnel, must wear a reflective safety vest.

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