Category: reflective strips

Comptroller purchase bulletproof safety vests

The municipal comptroller Esteban reported that he formally initiated an audit of the procurement procedure for bulletproof safety vest with Forties, which was approved by the Procurement Committee for this year.

 

However, he ruled out that the oversight body will initiate an investigation into other procurement procedures that the same Committee has approved for the security area, and where there would be suspicion of purchases directed to certain suppliers, as last week the receiver Carlos Medina denounced.

 

In an interview with the media, Esteban said that the audit of the purchase procedure of the bulletproof vests with reflective tape is a subject that was already programmed within the audit program carried out by the Comptroller’s Office, as well as the review that was made of the same procedure in 2016.

 

Even, he said, the results of the latter are already in their final stage, so they will soon be announced. He added that so far the Procurement Committee has not requested that it initiate a review of the bullet-proof vest purchase procedure or of any other acquisition related to security.

 

“It is not necessary for the secretary to make the information available to us, we will request at the time the information that is necessary to make the review that we are planning and that we will start today,” said the Comptroller regarding the statements made Last Friday, the Municipal Public Security Secretary, Luis Enrique, about presenting to the inspection body all the information regarding the procedure to purchase bulletproof vests with reflective strips, to rule out any irregularity.

What you should know when doing running

We return to the running with the material to run, whether it is running safety clothes, sneakers or any other complement that can go well in our outings to make miles. Sports gadgets are great for quantifying our activity and knowing exactly how we evolved along with our training, but if you have to invest in running equipment, make it first in proper clothing, socks and running shoes.

 

There is no universal rule when dressing to run, of course. In reality, you can go jogging with a pair of sneakers and any type of garment, but with time and experience, you will learn to choose some materials over others, namely what to wear on days when time does not accompany and, ultimately, to choose the equipment that best suits you. If you have decided to start with running and you want to have some basics, we will review what you should know about running clothes and shoes. These are the most basic elements for doing sports.

 

The importance of clothes and technical material

Starting at the top, it is normal that at first we go running with the typical old shirt or advertising made in cotton. If you do not want to finish sweat-soaked workouts, it is best to buy technical clothing that is, sportswear in which materials and seams have been taken care of to avoid discomfort. The ‘running’ jerseys are usually made of polyester reflective fabric, are much lighter and offer great perspiration. These technical garments do not work miracles, but they do help a lot to evacuate the heat generated.

 

Likewise, these garments (t-shirts, sweatshirts, windbreakers …) usually have better finished seams to avoid the dreaded scratches and, in some cases, also include reflective elements that are great details to increase our visibility when the light falls – fundamental in this The time of year when night falls so early. If temperatures drop, then better opt for something more warm and allow us to warm up while it keeps us dry. It all depends on how cold it is in our area. I am in favor of not ‘going crazy’ putting on layers because, with the passage of kilometers, it is possible that we mainly.

 

We go to the lower train and the key question comes: mesh or pants? In my opinion, the mesh is the best option, for the comfort and the support it offers, especially if it is a model with some compression. Like t-shirts, trousers and treadmills are made of polyester or advanced fiber fabrics that fit perfectly to the legs, including wide waists and localized ventilation zones. Not everyone feels comfortable in public with a mesh, but they do not want to give up that comfort and freedom of movement. For them, there are on the market ‘running’ textiles that combine mesh and pants in the same garment.

 

An important point about compression meshes is how to wash them so that the fibers do not lose their properties and last longer – this also applies to compression jerseys, stockings, socks or any other compression garment. Generally, the best known brands in this type of textile recommend low temperature washing, if possible by hand or with a delicate program in the washing machine, without softeners. But most important of all is the drying: the compression clothes do not get into the dryer, totally discouraged.

 

Socks and sneakers, vital combination

We come to a key and controversial point, because everyone looks for the perfect running shoe with reflective strips, but the reality is that that model does not exist. We must be clear: we will not find now or in the future a shoe 10, running shoes that fit and are suitable for all runners. Nowadays, the different brands of sports equipment invest a lot in the development and manufacture of sneakers. In the market we find tens-hundred-of different models, and it is very difficult to find a shoe that is bad. However, attention must be paid to personalization, as sneakers that work well for one runner may not be useful for another.

The policemen gave people reflective elements

Pedestrians are obliged by law to wear reflective vest at night or otherwise reduced visibility when moving between villages on clothing. This was pointed out by the policemen of the Municipal Police in Reno during their security event, Tomlin Gross, the spokesman of the local town hall, told Zlin.cz.

 

A security event organized by the town police was held on Wednesday 2 March evening. Its main component was the distribution of reflective strips on hand and reflector.

 

“In the framework of prevention, pedestrians in particular have drawn attention to the new legal obligation to wear reflective elements on the clothing when moving between villages and in reduced visibility or at night,” said Alex, the head of the police.

 

“We gave out reflective tapes, pendants and stickers, and bikes, reflectors and lights were prepared for cyclists,” added police officer Jixi Huda, who is responsible for preventive actions for the public in the town council in Reno and for lectures on road safety for schools.

 

“The aim of the event, which we will certainly repeat, is to remind all pedestrians and cyclists the basic rule for safe movement on the roads – to see and be seen,” concluded Pillar.

Reflective vest keeps you safer with the time change

The prefecture of Lot-et-Garonne calls for vigilance. Involved, the visibility of pedestrians by drivers as night falls faster in urban areas, wearing a safety vest can enhance visibility and make you safer.

 

Ne is past winter time. In the night from Saturday to Sunday, in fact, everyone could (not) sleep an hour longer. Furthermore it causes insomnia in some, this time change has not only positive aspects, as recalled by the Prefecture of Lot-et-Garonne.

 

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The number of pedestrian accidents increases by 40%, between 17 hours and 19 hours in the transition to winter time. Driver can’t see clearly when the pedestrians without wearing reflective vest. And state services confirmed that over the past five years, the number of injury accidents of pedestrians increased by 3% in November compared to October. Indeed, the decline of one hour has a significant impact on the hours of light: night falls earlier in the day, at the end of classes in particular.

 

The Lot-et-Garonne prefecture therefore presents a series of recommendations which the first is intended for pedestrians prefer bright clothing or assorted reflective strips.

Keep a reflective strips for bike

Pants legs rolled up us ridged? If you do not want dirty trousers after a ride with the wire rope, you usually decide for this simple way. But there are alternatives.

It is a close connection; however, almost all cyclists are averse: when the oily bicycle chain comes too close to the trouser leg, this is not only a mess and usually broken reflective material, it can also be dangerous. If you want to avoid falls and keep a clean coat, you have some alternatives.

You can, of course, put your trouser leg in the stocking, but there are more practical alternatives that look better and safer. For around five Euros, there are straps made of thin steel, which are attached to the ankle and include the shackles and fabric. However, not everyone feels comfortable. Alternatively, textile versions are available with press studs or Velcro fasteners, which can be attached to the fluttering trouser leg and can be fastened comfortably to the handlebar or luggage carrier after driving. The press service bike advises to opt for a model with reflective strips, because these help to recognize the cyclist in the dark.

The Gift shop Design3000 offers a bicycle strap with Velcro closure and wings for stylishly safe cruising through the city. So the security aspect still gets a fashionable touch. The Fly rider by Donkey product is available in orange, yellow and light gray online for 12 Euros.

If the tour is longer, special cycling gear is available. Although it is about 100 Euros more expensive than a simple sports pants, but can be fixed to the leg differently tight, protects also from the rain and looks more like an ordinary jeans.

Because not only pants but also shoelaces can get lost in the chain, this must also be considered. Anyone who does not want to invest large sums of money in special racing bike shoes from the specialist retailer can order Sneaker from the bicycle reflective garment manufacturer, which has a lacing but protects it with a Velcro strap. If a stroll through the city is undertaken, the at least 50 Euro expensive models with their cushioned running sole are also suitable.

Why are there blue reflectors on the marker posts

Road markers are partly equipped with blue reflective stripes. The semicircular profiles reflect light. The piece of plastic is small but has a great effect. Guess what.

Delineators roadside are road signs and to enforce road safety. The one-meter and twelve centimeters wide posts, plastic feature recessed white reflectors. They are in the dark; facilitate orientation in fog or snow.

Lately they are also fitted on routes with increased Wildwechsel with special blue reflectors, announced the TÜV Nord. These reflectors but do not serve the better orientation on the unlit road. But they are, for example, deer and wild boar keep them from running onto the road when a vehicle is approaching.

The principle: When the headlights strikes the reflectors of the posts, beams curved reflectors blue light in a wide angle. The blue scattered in the side street space light turn discourages wildlife. They appreciate it as restless and dangerous. It can avoid the driver can’t see clearly something without reflective material.

Blue light for more safety

While conventional methods such as hanging from CDs in trees, scent fences or red reflectors, the animals do not keep away from the roadway, Wildlife shy proven back in front of blue light. Probably because their specialized for seeing at dusk and dark eyes do not have receptors for red light. A research project by ADAC and the German Hunting Association could prove 2011 that can be accidents involving animals by using the blue reflectors are reduced by up to 80 percent. Accordingly, more and more vulnerable roads are equipped with them.

Blue light on the road

Motorists instantly know what the blue flashing light means. Whoever recognizes in the rearview mirror, immediately take your foot off the accelerator and makes way for police wearing safety vest, fire or ambulance service. But why is the blue light actually blue?