No fines, but for advice and reminders of the law. The gendarmes of the brigade of Moult-Chicheboville , east of Caen (Calvados), went to meet the young college Jean Castel in Argences , Friday, March 12, 2021. The opportunity to interact with them on the security road and essential equipment for cycling on the road. The Agencies police were also involved in this awareness-raising operation.
Controls insight
"During the operation, around thirty bicycles were checked in the presence of the principal of the college and her deputy, explain the gendarmes. A control sheet was given to the pupils and will be followed by the school." Because it is not enough to have a handlebar, a frame, two wheels, and a saddle to be able to circulate by bike. Several accessories are required.
Essential equipment to have
These are the brakes, front, and rear, the helmet for children under 12, a reflective red rear light, as well as a yellow or white front, a reflector of the orange wheel for the rear and another for the front, as well as on the pedals, a horn, and finally a reflective vest for use outside built-up areas. Also recommended are the helmet, the rearview mirror, tires with reflective side stripes, a danger spreader, and properly inflated tires.
Police officers and gendarmes informed the young people that they will soon carry out checks. "After this phase of prevention, any observed failure may be the subject of a verbalization", they indicate.
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