SUMMER SCHOOL AT BALANCE SHEET

After 6 weeks in which more than 200 children and adolescents from Braila participated in the "Danube Summer School", within the County Library "Panait Istrati" the courses organized in the 60 workshops have ended.

The story of the Summer School ended on August 1, by a trip on the Danube aboard the ships "Borcea" and "Ovidiu". It was a surprise of the library for the children enrolled in the program and for the coordinators of the workshops and many of those present were overwhelmed by the beauty of the adventure on the water.

Throughout the courses, there were diverse and interesting activities, clever, creative and empathetic moderators.

"In total, there were 60 workshops within the Danube Summer School, 90% of them having a fishery theme, totaling over 700 hours of activity, each having a variable period of development. Thus, some activities were carried out during one week, others during the whole club, reaching a total of 470 workshops. On average, each day there were 253 visits, with 16 participants per workshop, totaling 7,590 visits throughout the club. In this project we've involved 30 librarians, 40 external collaborators, and 70 young volunteers, who dedicated themselves to children and their development", said Laura Caplea, spokesman of the County Library. According to the quoted source, the little ones participated in various workshops of creativity, skill, communication, meant to develop their skills. The workshops with the greatest attraction for children were those of skill, where they had the opportunity to create under the guidance and careful supervision of the coordinator's various objects, toys, paintings, which they could later take home.

Also, a great success was the creative writing workshop, where 19 talented children and young people, between the ages of 10 and 17, wrote an anthology of literary texts "Legends hidden in waves", published in Proilavia Publishing House in 350 years.

Equally interesting to the young people was the marine knot workshop, where they learned to make various types of knots, as well as to use the reflective vest and the life jacket. The teenagers were attracted to the techno-creative workshop, where they learned to build 3-knot boats, equipped with video cameras, designed to make various measurements, such as the temperature or the depth of the water, without disturbing the natural, wild environment of the Bălţi Mici area of ​​Braila.

In other workshops, children had the opportunity to make various visits to the municipality or county, where they learned the history of places, personalities, buildings and factories representative for the area in which they live. The visit to the VARD Brăila Shipyard revealed to the children some of the trades of those who work within this unit, and at the Holiday Ecobase workshop, the children discovered the beauties of the wild area of ​​Balta Mică in Brăila, following a visit with the ferry in the area.

The Danube Summer School was funded with European POPAM funds, which provided the necessary materials for the workshops, the participation of children being free, only based on the library permit. The project was financed within the Strategy for Integrated Local Development of the Fishery Zone of Brăila county with the sum of 123,576 lei, and the project manager is Corina Ciuraru, head of the service within the Library. The main topic of the activities was the fishing area of ​​Braila, the environment, the fauna and flora of these places, as well as the traditions and customs here, and the period of implementation continues until May 2020.

When danger runs by bicycle

Some ride against traffic and those who use a mobile phone. Some dart on the sidewalks playing to the pedestrians who are in trajectory and others, in the evening, they turn to the lights off and without a reflective jacket. Like a "little Beijing", Parma has to deal with an ever-increasing number of unruly cyclists, who are dangerous for pedestrians and their safety. Although most people who travel by bicycle do so respecting the rules, that of rudeness and poor compliance with the highway code is a problem that needs answers. A clear demonstration is what happened in recent days in Oltretorrente, where a man lost his life after being run over by a bike while crossing the street on the pedestrian crossing.

To realize that there is no lack of unruly cyclists in the city, it is enough to take a "tour" through the streets of the center and of the Oltretorrente and look around carefully.

The same problems and transgressions, as far as electric bikes are concerned, to which electric scooters have recently been added, more and more even if officially their circulation in the city is not yet allowed. If, on the one hand, it is undeniable that in recent years the technology has facilitated the movement on two wheels, on the other the improper use of these means creates serious dangers for pedestrians, as well as for the cyclists themselves. Especially along the avenues and the most important streets of the center, it is easy to see cyclists hurtling at high speed - starting with the «riders», the new pony express delivering food on their bikes - which are dangerously close to pedestrians, in addition to zigzagging between buses and taxis at intersections. There is also a recurrence of the "vice" of getting on sidewalks and pedaling against traffic, especially between the narrow villages of the center and the roads of the Oltretorrente.

In some avenues also, for example, Viale Vittoria, the cycle and footpaths have become real "highways" for drug dealers, who travel by bicycle at any time of day or night to escape the "orders" of drugs more quickly and try to escape the controls of the police more easily.

Not only. In most cases, the bikes on which they move - as well as those of many other Parmesans - do not comply with the provisions of the Highway Code. Malfunctioning brakes, no bell, let alone lights and reflective vest. A real danger for pedestrians and even motorists, especially in the evening and at night.

However, the most recurrent dangerous behavior that affects many cyclists is to talk on the phone or listen to music on headphones while pedaling down the street. In this sense, young people are a negative example, but there are plenty of adults who drive their bikes with one hand to be able to answer the phone or, even worse, send messages. A particularly critical moment, especially when the weather is fine, is leaving school. Especially in the vicinity of higher education institutions, there is no lack of students who "fly" on pedals heading home, competing with their peers. The most daring, or unconscious, challenge each other by crossing crossroads and pedestrians with great recklessness. Furthermore, almost no one gets off their bicycle while crossing the pedestrian crossing, crossing the road. The same goes for the helmet, a real stranger for most cyclists who travel far and wide around the city.

New jackets for security guard

Bavaria's security guard is better equipped and should be easier to recognize. For the 25th anniversary, the volunteer police helpers get neon yellow warning reflective vests, flashlights, and a better pepper spray. The model of their new dark blue jackets is the modern Bavarian police uniforms.

The number of employees should rise from about 1000 to 1500, affirmed Home Affairs Minister Joachim Herrmann (CSU) at the presentation of the new equipment on Thursday in Nuremberg. However, this could take until 2022, two years longer than previously planned.

The Greens in the state parliament criticize the expansion. The money should be better invested in the police, said faction leader Katharina Schulze. The population is taught deceptive security. "We want a well-equipped police force and enough police and no deputies." The teams are currently traveling in 157 Bavarian communities. On foot or by bike. Some communities such as Lindau and Garmisch-Partenkirchen have decided against the police helpers. "We set up the security guard only where it is desired by the municipality," Herrmann said. However, no one should complain that the security was not sufficient.

The stripes should show presence and counteract such as street crime, shoplifting, and vandalism. In case of incidents, the security guards call the police. The helpers are usually at least two on the way, as the Deggendorfer police director Stephan Seiler said, who prepared the changes with the lead. In the event of imminent danger, they are authorized to establish personal details, to issue place references and to record alleged offenders.

Premiere had the watch in 1994 with model projects in Nuremberg, Deggendorf, and Ingolstadt. For the members, there was a yellow armband and a jacket for all seasons.

In the future, they look quite similar to the police: The helpers get a thick multi-purpose anorak and a lighter duty jacket in Bavaria's new police dark blue, including national insignia and the three-fold reflective inscription which made of reflective heat transfer vinyl. Also uniform polo shirts plus visor cap. The employees now also have a first-aid package and a headset for their digital police radio device.

According to Herrmann, the security guard currently counts 1064 members across Bavaria, just under one third are women (340) and 37 foreign citizens. More people with a migrant background are welcome, the minister said. The police decide on admission after a qualifying examination. "We do not take everyone, there are people who only care about themselves," said Herrmann.

Before the first deployment at the security guard, the training takes place: in about 40 hours by the police, with future nationwide uniform material and four compulsory further training courses per year. As an expense allowance, there are eight euros per hour for the helpers on patrol. Minister of the Interior Herrmann emphasized that more will not continue in the future. Nobody should get involved for the money.

Motorcycling in autumn: these are the most important tips

It was a summer that left little to be desired for motorcyclists. Lots of sunny days and warmth lured, always suitable for a leisurely tour of Harz, Solling or Weserbergland. However, the summer season was again accompanied by an extensive accident involving dead and injured motorcyclists. Now the release is so slowly announced, the days are getting shorter, the shadows longer, time to adjust the handling to the changing and difficult conditions.

The Institute for Two-wheeled Safety from Essen has dealt intensively with the topic and provides the most important tips for the coming autumn season. "Defensive driving and offensive experience," the experts of the ifz bring the autumnal driving pleasure on a handy common denominator. Even on balmy autumn days, it can quickly become fresher and slippery in the shade. It is all the more pleasant when the sun comes out again and provides warmth.

Clothing has to fit

Autumn still offers good opportunities for motorcycle and scooter riders to enjoy thrilling rides with the enjoyment of colorful forests and beautiful landscapes. But you should be aware of the interplay of temperatures. Of course, this includes the appropriate safety clothing, so that the cyclist remains flexible in terms of climate technology.

Every motorcyclist knows this if the wind then turns out fresher than expected or the sun burns stronger than expected. Jackets and trousers with removable inner lining or combinations with outer jackets can, the Institute advises, be helpful in these contrasting weather conditions. "Likewise on the way quickly are small helpers such as balaclavas, neck and knee warmers or wind and water-resistant overcoat, to defy the weather and always provide maximum comfort," explain the experts.

It was a summer that left little to be desired for motorcyclists. Lots of sunny days and warmth lured, always suitable for a leisurely tour of Harz, Solling or Weserbergland. However, the summer season was again followed by an extensive accident involving dead and injured motorcyclists. Now the release is so slow, the days are getting shorter, the shadows longer, the handling of the changing and difficult conditions.

Enjoy the fall again

Taking all the good advice and warnings together, "moped driving" seems particularly dangerous in the fall. However, if you are attentive and traveling at an appropriate speed, the season is a welcome occasion to enjoy the driving pleasure again to your heart's content before the machine is winter-ready and goes into well-deserved hibernation for a few months. "Those who keep the aspects mentioned in mind for their autumn travels and are on the defensive can enjoy the offensive driving pleasure once again," say the experts for two-wheeler safety.

The police regularly organize transnational prevention events to increase motorcycle safety and reduce motorcycle accidents in the Harz and Kyffhäuser. As part of the "Safe through the Harz" cooperation agreement between the states of Saxony-Anhalt, Thuringia and Lower Saxony, since 2008 the problems of ever-increasing motorcycle traffic in the Harz mountains have been tackled together. The main objective is to reduce the number of accidents involving motorcyclists.

In this project, the police work together with the responsible state and local traffic guards as well as numerous other network partners.

Pedestrians should now protect themselves with reflective clothing

In the morning, it gets late, then darker in the evening. This increases the risk of accidents for pedestrians, who are overlooked by other road users due to the darkness and often adverse weather conditions. "It has probably already happened to every driver," writes police spokesman Michael Tietze in a press release. "Suddenly, a pedestrian appears in the headlights, of which shortly before there was nothing to see." If then added rain, dazzling headlights or even a brief distraction, accidents were almost programmed.

The main protection measure is therefore loud: "Wear reflective clothing, safety vests or bracelets," the police spokesman urged. While a dark-clad pedestrian is perceived only at a distance of 25 meters, the visibility increases when carrying reflective material to 160 meters (see diagram).

What pedestrians should also know: The stopping distance of a car - the distance traveled during the reaction time plus braking distance - is more than 25 meters, even at strong full braking at a speed of 50 kilometers per hour. Tietze: "Without reflective clothing, it is therefore usually already too late, when a pedestrian in the headlights of a car is recognizable."

How to transport ski equipment safely?

Ski equipment is quite difficult to transport due to its size. Often, the boards do not fit in the trunk, even in a station wagon. But even if we can hide the skis, this involves the loss of a certain part of the luggage area. It is true that many modern cars now have special solutions for transporting skis in the car. These holes in the back of the rear bench, through which you can extend the skis into the cabin.

If you are traveling with your family, you still need to pack your luggage, and in the case of a winter trip, it can be a lot, not to mention items such as ski boots or helmets. It all takes up a lot of space.

Therefore, it is better to use the so-called external solutions, like ski grips attached to roof rails or base beams. They can be the same beams that can be used to attach bicycle holders in summer. The so-called jaw grips, which consist of two parts: a fixed base (it is mounted to the base rack) and a movable cover. They allow you to transport 4 to 6 pairs of skis or snowboards. Due to the possibility of salt, sand or snow mud contaminating the equipment, this solution works better on short routes, although the skis can be protected with special covers. Also, choose handles that have a lock to prevent theft of skis.

"Skis should be mounted rearward facing, thanks to which aerodynamic drag will be lower. The vibration will also be smaller, which may cause loosening of the ski mounting handles," advises Radosław Jaskulski, a Skoda Auto School instructor.

As we have already mentioned, a winter skiing trip with the whole family means that apart from skis, other ski equipment and a lot of personal luggage are to be packed. Therefore, a better and safer way to transport equipment is the installation of a roof box. The roof box allows you to pack not only skis or a snowboard but also poles, boots, and ski clothing. Also, it guarantees that the luggage placed in it will be delivered dry and clean.

The box should be reinforced with metal rails. It is convenient if the cover lifts on gas cylinders, which makes it easy to open. A functional solution is also a central lock that bolts the lid in several points, and the ideal is a box that opens on two sides. It is good if the box is equipped with straps for securing luggage. Also, the aerodynamic shape of the box means that the cabin does not get the noise that the ski chuck generates.

"Roof boxes are designed to produce the least possible aerodynamic drag. However, you should be aware of the fact that they are an additional burden for the car. When choosing such a trunk, it is necessary to choose a specific car model and remember not to overload it," emphasizes Radosław Jaskulski.

Therefore, when choosing a roof box, it is best to match it at the authorized sales outlet of the brand. Then we receive a guarantee that such an element fits our car perfectly, both in terms of dimensions and safety.

For example, the Skoda brand offers roof boxes for all currently produced models of this brand. The boxes have standardized dimensions and fit every Skoda model.

The same goes for roof holders for the roof. It is not worth buying cheap accessories, the quality of which often leaves much to be desired. To make matters worse, mismatched components can damage the skis or even unfasten them while riding.

When choosing accessories useful during the winter skiing trip, it is also worth paying attention to the special trunk mats. They work when, for example, you need to transport ski boots in a trunk, which are just unfastened from the skis. The mat can be double-sided - on one side it is covered with fabric for everyday use, and on the other has a rubber surface resistant to water and dirt. Thanks to this, it can be easily washed under a running water stream.

However, for carrying the skis, as well as for transporting them, a special case made of reinforced material, closed with a zipper and equipped with handles will be useful.

When traveling to the mountains in winter, you also have to take snow chains. The word "obligatory" here should be taken literally because on some mountain roads in winter there is an obligation to use chains. Also when choosing chains, choose products designed for a specific car and recommended by its manufacturer.

"The chains should always be fitted to the drive axle, and in a four-wheel-drive car, the chains must be fitted to the front axle. Before leaving, it is a good idea to practice this activity several times to gain some practice," advises the Skoda Auto School instructor.

For a winter trip, items such as a tow rope, a flashlight or a reflective safety vest will also come in handy, not to mention a snow brush and a window scraper.

Stylish reflective material brooch and earrings

The reflective material shines brightly at night. To reduce traffic accident damage, Osaka Prefectural Police Neyagawa officials are making handmade bracelets and brooches that use reflective materials, so that more people can wear them. We also hold a workshop to teach you how to make it. Preaching the importance of road safety.

It proposed by Tomoka Fukushima, General Manager of the Department of Transportation (49). There were about 970 traffic accidents in the area last year. Among them, accidents during the night account for about 30%, and there are many cases of deaths and serious injuries such as cars and pedestrians.

Many reflective materials worn by people include Tasuki and armband types with reflective tapes. Mr. Fukushima makes only things with design features such as bracelets, brooches, earrings, and straps for mobile phones. "If there is a reflector even at one point, the person who drives the car can notice," says Fukui Sadaki Traffic Manager.

Mr. Fukushima started handcrafting at a traffic safety tournament organized by the station last fall. Dr. Fukui suggested that "a fashion show using reflective materials could be held at the convention". Ms. Fukushima's mother has been teaching knitting and handicrafts for over 20 years, and Mr. Fukushima, who had helped since she was small, was confident in her dexterity.

Immersive in making prototypes for about two months before the competition. I bought clothes and yarns at a handicraft store and a 100-yen shop and thought about what kind of accessories I could make concerning an internet handicraft site. When I returned home, I borrowed my mother's wisdom.

At the convention, a fashion show held with citizens wearing handmade accessories using reflective vests and shirts using paint that reflects light. Participants raised a voice saying "It's fun to make it yourself".

The first handmade workshop was held on the 17th of this month in Neyagawa city. About 50 people participated and challenged making brooches. The woman who participated (76) smiled, saying, "It was difficult at first, but it was fun to make while talking together and I would like to put the brooch on my bag."

Handmade reflectors displayed at the reception desk, and if you wish, you can get a brooch material kit and a finished strap for free.

Kannonji City becomes a childcare facility

In May in Otsu City, nursery school children on a walk involved in a car crash. Kanonji City, Kagawa Prefecture, made the best of the fluorescent colors reflective vests for childcare workers when they walked, present to 22 childcare facilities in the city. In cooperation with the prefectural police, we are also trying to improve the walking route by improving the road prospects.

The best production is 220. The aim is to prevent accidents during walks by reflecting on the light and making childcare workers stand out. On the 18th, there was a delivery ceremony at the city hall, and Mayor Seiji Shirakawa handed the best to Yuki Tomoe (37), a director of Kureyon-certified children's school in the city. President Tomoeda was grateful that he would like to continue to contact the children with a sense of crisis management.

From May, the city will check the walking route for kindergarten children in cooperation with Kannonji Station. Of these, safety measures were taken on the pedestrian crossing in front of the city Onohara nursery school.

Previously, the pedestrian crossing was planted instead of a sidewalk. In cities, the positions of the pedestrian crossings were shifted so that the sidewalks were connected, and the plants that were 1.5 meters high were trimmed and lowered to about half so that the children on the sidewalks could be seen from the car. Mr. Shigeru Honda, the station chief, said, "The roads are not enough to prevent accidents. Drivers should look carefully ahead."

They introduce optional mandatory cycling equipment

If you plan to ride a bike, look out for a change that will be introduced before the next season.

Croatia is also updating its traffic legislation. Since many Slovenians visit the country every year and many of them also cycle there, it is good to know about the special novelty they intend to introduce in their southern neighbor. The draft law on transport, which the government submitted to parliament a few days ago, is making several changes and amendments to the young drivers and punishment points there, while serious violators are waiting for a mandatory health check, similar to what is already regulated in Slovenia.

They are abolishing the completely bureaucratic first roadworthiness test that hitherto had to be done in Croatia for brand new vehicles.

There will be a need for visibility Honey for foreigners and Slovenes interesting news is article 113, which talks about cyclists. It says that riders will be required to wear a reflective safety vest or reflective clothing at night as well as during the daytime in the event of reduced visibility, Vecernji List reports. The obligation applies to all riders who will ride on a public roadway. Therefore, only light fixtures on the wheel will not be enough. The penalty for those who would not consider the novelty is 40 euros. The law must also be approved by parliament.

The motorist sees a person with reflex eight seconds earlier

Without a reflex, a motorist has two seconds to see you when the speed is 50 km / h.

Now it is important to put reflexes in different jacket pockets so you are always ready to light up in a dark season: That the driver has 10 seconds instead of 2 to react can be the difference between life and death.

Without reflex, you will first be discovered on a 25-30 meter hold. With reflective tape, you are visible at 140 meters distance, even if the car only has a low beam on. High beam visibility increases to 400 meters.

Reflective tips:

All approved reflectors shall be marked with EN 13356;

Reflections that move when you use them work best;

The reflex should hang at knee height (to receive as much light as possible from the headlights);

Use two reflectors to be seen from both sides;

Reflections are consumables. Scratches give less reflection;

The reflective vest is poorer at washing and should be replaced annually with regular use;

Remember that the stroller and dog also need reflex;

Not all reflexes are approved. For example, if it comes with sweets, they may not work satisfactorily, which can be fatal in the dark;

Young children should always wear a reflective vest with reflective material when traveling in traffic;

Remember that the stroller and dog also need reflex;

Remember that bicycle reflex is also required:

There should be a red reflex behind;

On both sides of the pedals, there should be a white or yellow reflex. If the bicycle has click pedals on which no reflex can be mounted, the bicycle must have reflex on the pedal arms.