Snow Safety Tips

Snow...it will be on the ground before we know it and it's always a surprise with mother nature just how much will fall. Be prepared for the snow this season and be sure to shovel your walkway and driveway safely!

• Before you venture out to shovel make sure you have stretched your muscles to avoid an injury
• Dress in layers and make sure you wear proper footwear such as boots with a good tread/non slip sole
• Invest in a good shovel, some people wax the shovel so snow falls off of it easily and does not build up
• Make sure you bend at the knees and lift with your leg muscles, not your back
• Take breaks and pace yourself
• If visibility is reduced wear bright colors and keep your walkway well lit
• If you use a snowblower give it a once over-check the engine and oil levels and the tire pressure and chute on a regular basis
• After you shovel salt your driveway, wearing gloves apply a thin layer
• Important to remember that salt will melt ice and sand will help provide traction, use whatever product you think is best for you
• If you decide to use salt avoid putting it on your lawn or plants
• Keep your pets away from ice melt and wipe their paws off after it has been in contact with salt

Keep your shovel handy and have a stock of salt and/or ice always on hand for the season and you are well prepared for what mother nature may bring.



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