In this dark period with fog, rain and poor visibility, pedestrians may not be seen or seen too late by motorists. In the dark, the driver only sees pedestrian wearing dark clothing at a distance of 25 meters. Rain and fog further diminish this visibility.

 

A pedestrian with reflective accessories will be visible at a distance of 140 meters which significantly reduces the risk of collision. By analyzing the circumstances of the various accidents that occurred between 2011 and 2015, nearly 65% ​​of vehicle-pedestrian collisions occurred in the dark.

 

The Ministry and Road Safety recommend:

Pedestrians and other vulnerable users to increase their safety through reflective clothing and accessories;

Motorists to redouble their vigilance

 

Some tips: Pedestrians: be visible!

Wear clothing with reflective material, armbands, jackets, reflective strips, umbrellas and reflective pads – all accessories for long-distance viewing by motorists.

Walk in front of traffic on country roads and wear the mandatory safety vest.

Consider the speed and distance of approaching vehicles. Make sure you are seen by motorists.

Put a reflective collar on your dog.

Joggers: Be visible!

Wear reflective armbands and wear clothing with integrated reflective elements.

Wear a safety vest that is mandatory if you take the road out of town.

Motorists: Be visible!

Light fires when visibility conditions require.

Report your maneuvers in good time.

Adapt your speed.

Make sure windows and vehicle lights are clean (in winter cleared of snow or ice).

Take into account the potential errors of pedestrians in the traffic.

 

To raise awareness and encourage the general public, the Ministry of Sustainable Development and Infrastructure and Road Safety ASBL organized a distribution of 2,500 reflective armbands this Sunday, December 18, 2016 in Luxembourg City.