Bad weather, shorter days and longer darkness, damp leaves or lightning-fast black ice:
Autumn and winter bring with them special accident risks for newspaper deliverers and other occupational groups
oneself. It is important to be prepared in good time for the changed conditions when delivering the newspaper
Set. The protection professionals provide practical tips and advice on this below.
Every year again: Accidents in autumn and winter
Especially for newspaper deliverers, the risk of accidents increases in autumn and winter. Since most of the
people who want to read their newspaper for their first coffee after getting up, are newspaper deliverers in the
Autumn and winter are practically always out and about in the dark, by bike, on foot or by car.
Especially in autumn and winter, the sometimes uncomfortable weather leads to a
more accidents. Anyone who delivers newspapers usually knows exactly the dangers that lurk in autumn and winter. Nevertheless, accident reports increase every year, ranging from minor injuries, such as abrasions, to serious injuries, such as broken bones or even head injuries. Often, it is precisely the
serious injuries lead to long downtimes and a restriction of one's own quality of life.
Accident-free through autumn and winter
Routine can be helpful, but it can also be very dangerous. Routine in everyday life often leads to negligence and
to disregard obvious behavior. The following aspects should be taken into account for their own
protection must be made aware again and again:
Clothing: See and be seen
It is precisely being seen that can be seen especially in the dark season, vital for
Be a newspaper deliverer.
- Wear clothing that is as light-colored as possible, as it will make you more visible
- Wear weather-appropriate, reflective clothing
- Clothing should not be an obstacle to the activity to be performed
Footwear: Comfortable and sturdy footwear
Functional footwear is particularly important for newspaper deliverers. Stable shoes with non-slip
Soles should be worn all year round.
- Sturdy shoes with non-slip soles and flat heels provide support
- Prepare shoe spikes early and use them in icy conditions
On foot: Faster is not always better
Many newspaper deliverers carry out the work on foot, and here too there are some important aspects that
should be observed.
- do not take any shortcuts (e.g. through flower beds)
- Use traffic lights and zebra crossings
- Use sidewalks that are as well-lit as possible
- Have a flashlight with you or a helmet/ Beanie with LED lamp carry
Safe on two wheels
For newspaper delivery, the use of bicycles as a means of transport has often proven successful. In
daily use, however, it is subject to special attention.
- Check road safety daily (lighting system, reflector windows, brakes, tire tread, etc.)
- Use cycle paths
- Wear a bicycle helmet for your own safety
- Do not overload the weight of the bike/trailer, there is a risk of accidents due to broken handlebars
The protection professionals advise adapting to the dark season
It is important to prepare for the unstable weather and the poorer lighting conditions in good time
Set. The protection professionals recommend that every morning after getting up, the current
Check weather reports. These provide valuable information about what newspaper deliverers are doing on their
Tour. Learn more the German Employers' Liability Insurance Association for Printing and
paper processing is available in their printed materials, which are offered specifically for newspaper deliverers
become.