What’s wrong with this picture?
The driver in this photo isn’t breaking any OSHA laws. OSHA doesn’t say anything about clearing snow from vehicles. But many states do.
Moral: Warn your workers to clear accumulated snow from their roof, hood and trunks before driving to avoid blowing snow distractions that can result in fatal traffic accidents.
Winter Driving: What’s at Stake
3 Reasons to Pay Attention
- Driving in snowy and icy conditions is dangerous enough
- Snow that blows off your car while you’re driving might blind you or another vehicle
- In addition to causing potentially deadly accidents, failing to remove snow from your roof or hood before driving it can get you a traffic ticket and hefty fine
8 WINTER DRIVING DO’s & DON’Ts
Here are 8 things to do/not do to avoid winter traffic accidents
- DO clear the snow and ice from the roof and hoods of your car before you drive—snow from the driveway has no place on the roads!
- DON’T tailgate in any weather and especially when driving on snow and ice where you need extra space to brake
- DO know and respect the limits of your vehicle, e.g., its tendency to fishtail in icy conditions
- DON’T get out of your vehicle if you stall or get stuck if it’s bitter cold unless you absolutely have to
- DO check your tires before setting off
- DON’T slam on the brakes during a skid
- DO pump the brakes gently and steer into the skid (unless the driver’s manual of your vehicle instructs you otherwise)
- DON’T idle your vehicle for a long time with your windows up, especially if you’re inside a garage or other enclosed space
REMEMBER,
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Vicky Pickford2024-07-08T21:49:16+00:00