In autumn and winter pedestrians and cyclists are often difficult to recognize when they are not wearing reflective vest. The only solution: help out.
The autumn with its dark and rainy days is not only dangerous for motorists. In the dank season and the risk of accidents for pedestrians and cyclists are increases significantly. This is due to the shorter daylight periods, slippery roads and the much higher risk of being overlooked by motorists.
If you are traveling with dark clothes, increases this risk further. Wearing light clothing, however, provides more security because it is perceived by motorists much earlier. Again significantly better reflective clothing.
In particular, children should have reflectors on the jacket, the hat and the satchel. An alternative is reflective safety vests. Good to yellow and white models are suitable because they shine brighter than red or blue. But reflector belts with Velcro for arms and legs provide good services. The reflectors should meet and the DIN standard EN 13356 bears the CE mark. An additional note of the GS mark for tested safety guarantees that the product is regularly monitored.
For bicycles include reflectors for mandatory equipment. This applies to the pedals, front and rear, but also spoke reflectors are required. Additional security is a special helmet with light reflective strip. Who is negligent here, risking a fine addition to his own life or that of his children?