Detector bike
A detector bike (also called a detector bike ) is used for the non-motorized, almost noiseless movement of a detector. A detector has the task of passing on messages, commands and instructions verbally and personally during an operation by aid organizations (e.g. fire brigade , technical aid organization ). In special cases of use (e.g. disaster) - especially in the event of failure or a non-existent radio or telephone connection - the mobility of detectors is ensured with a detector bike or, in a motorized version, with a motorbike .
Possible uses in Germany
Technical Relief Organization (THW)
A platoon troop (Ztr) is usually deployed to manage an operation . He has a motorized emergency vehicle available. The technical aid organization also provides this vehicle with a detector bike.
Calls
At the beginning of the 21st century, bicycles - some of which were seen as out of date - proved their worth again, as they can be used quickly, easily and flexibly by anyone without special training during the handling of major natural disasters (e.g. floods on the Oder, Elbe and their tributaries) can also be used in difficult terrain. Possible uses are: dike supervision, inspection trips, hose inspections, explorations, small parts logistics. Therefore, according to the STAN of the THW (strength and equipment certificate), a detector bike is part of the equipment of a technical train.
Furnishing
A detector bike of older design was identical to a normal road bike (men's touring bike), equipped with commercially available hub gears . In the meantime, more modern designs such as mountain bikes are preferred when purchasing new or replacing detector bikes . Depending on the topographical nature of the area of application, these can be equipped differently in terms of frame and handlebar shape, lighting, gear shifting ( chain shift with individually adapted gear ratio) and tires.
Individual evidence
- ↑ Equipping a vehicle with a detector bike; THW homepage for Hamburg, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and Schleswig-Holstein
- ↑ Two new vehicles for the THW Viernheim. Archived from the original on December 23, 2014 ; accessed on January 16, 2016 .