Police warn: Ensure safety at harvest festivals in the Osterholz district!

Police warn: Ensure safety at harvest festivals in the Osterholz district!

The harvest festival season has begun in the Osterholz district, and that makes the hearts of farmers and festival visitors beat faster. Over the weekends, many beautifully decorated vehicle teams cruise through the streets, giving the rural area a very special flair. But despite the happy mood, the Osterholz Police Department pointed out the applicable rules for parade floats in advance in order to ensure safety at such events. news.de reports that the police carried out checks on two weekends to ensure that everything was going well.

A particular focus of the controls was on the operating licenses of the floats. In three cases, participation in parades was prohibited, which led to some vehicles being shut down. The reasons for this were often missing or invalid operating permits. Even if insurance confirmations were presented in most cases, these are only valid in conjunction with a valid operating license. The police urge vehicle owners to ensure that the necessary documents are always with them. Safety deficiencies in the vehicles were also identified in some cases, such as trailers without functioning brakes.

Safety measures for floats

Particular caution is required when it comes to moving trucks that are intended to transport people. These need to be checked by an expert to make sure everything is in order. The police emphasize that all vehicle drivers must be sober and at least 18 years old. Floats arriving and departing should limit their speed to a maximum of 25 km/h, while walking speed is required during the procession itself.

It is equally important to comply with traffic rules in order not to burden local residents unnecessarily. Farmers are encouraged to take alternative routes for their agricultural trailers in order to avoid oncoming traffic and minimize the burden on local residents. According to the weekly newspaper DLV, you should avoid settlements and residential areas, even if this means detours. This not only makes it easier for festival visitors, but also ensures harmonious coexistence between farmers and residents.

Sustainable planning in road traffic

The statutory night quiet period from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. also applies to noisy agricultural work, and complaints from residents must be taken seriously. These can often lead to police action, which can be unpleasant for farmers. The police therefore ask that you pay attention to the technical condition of the vehicles and ensure that everything is working properly. Information about owner details of motor vehicles can also be obtained from the responsible registration authority if there are changes such as a change of residence, informs bayernportal.de.

In conclusion, while the harvest festival season is a cause for celebration, it also requires responsibility. The police have already announced that further checks will follow and appeal to everyone involved to follow the applicable rules and ensure safety on the streets.