Safe on vacation: Police Coesfeld clarifies about traffic safety when packing

Safe on vacation: Police Coesfeld clarifies about traffic safety when packing

police tips for a safe trip: How to protect your vehicle and your loved ones

vacation time also means travel time, and the loading of the car for the trip. The traffic safety advisors of the Coesfeld recently gave valuable tips on the Beisenbusch in Nottuln how to securely pack your vehicle for the trip.

The chief police commissioner Stephanie Schlusemann emphasizes that some important points should be paid to when loading the car. Heavy objects belong down into the trunk so as not to become a danger to inmates when braking. Especially with larger vehicles, nets in the rear area can help fix the luggage safely and prevent slipping.

Another important point that the traffic safety consultants address is the safety of children in the car. Children under 1.50 meters or younger than twelve years have to ride in a suitable child seat. Seats with back and neck support are particularly recommended for long journeys to ensure a secure position even while sleeping.

Last but not least, pets should also be safe when traveling. Acceptance with special animal belts for the back seat or animal boxes in the trunk can help to avoid injuries in an accident and to protect the occupants.

A general note concerns the overloading of vehicles and caravans. This is not only prohibited by law, but also leads to a changed handling of the vehicle and a longer braking distance. The Coesfeld police make it clear that every driver can contribute to the safety of all road users with his behavior in order to arrive at the destination without prejudice.

If you have any other questions, please feel free to contact the Press Office of the Coesfeld police on 02541-14-290 to -292 or by fax: 02541-14-195.