Tips for Walking Safely in the Wintertime •Wear footwear with heavy treads for increased traction. •Make yourself visible to drivers by wearing brightly colored jackets or clothes. •Consider wearing sunglasses to enable you to see through the bright snow reflection. •Keep your hands out ready to steady yourself in case of slips. •Look ahead where you’re going and anticipate obstacles like uneven ground and ice or puddles. •Avoid carrying heavy loads that may tip your balance. •Test slippery areas by tapping a foot before walking. •Walk slowly and in small shuffling steps to prevent slipping. •Walk along the grassy edges for maximum traction if the walkway is covered in ice. Getting through the winter season without suffering a slip, trip or fall is not a difficult feat with the right preparation and presence of mind.
Posted on: Wed, 19 Nov 2014 21:46:09 +0000
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