Stay sure-footed in the snow with the right clearing equipment
Most of us look forward to the snow, and enjoy its beauty for just a little while. Eventually though, we have to get back to work – and working around snow and ice can be a challenge. Whether your employees need to walk back and forth from the car park to the door, or if they have to work out of doors in cold weather, it is a business’s responsibility to make sure it has everything it needs for snow safety. If you run an establishment such as a shop or café, or if you’re in any other business that sees clients on a regular basis, it is essential to look after their well-being as well as that of your employees.
Using the right tools for specific tasks makes everything a whole lot easier. By paying attention to the following, you will make it easier to everyone to do their job in tricky weather.
Ice and Snow Removal
Removing ice and snow can be a daunting task, even for the hardiest personnel. So be sure your employees are equipped for outdoor work. Proper boots, gloves, and overalls are essential to their health and well being. In addition, supply your employees with the right snow removal equipment for the area they will be clearing. Choose high quality shovels with ergonomic handles for clearing walkways, and if there is a large area to keep clear, choose a model that comes equipped with wheels.
If a car park needs to be cleared, and you don’t have a contract with a snow removal company, consider investing in a fixed snowplough that can be attached to a vehicle or forklift. You’ll find this investment really pays off, especially if you need to keep a parking area clear for several employees or customers.
Grit and salt help prevent slips and falls, so be sure you add an appropriate spreader to your snow safety crew’s arsenal of tools in the battle against old man winter! You can choose from hand-held spreaders, push-along spreaders, or spreaders that attach to a vehicle – perfect for preventing accidents in the car park.
Protect Your Office Surfaces from Moisture and Salt
Valuable carpet, office chairs, and other fixtures can be damaged by repeated exposure to salt and melted snow. Use the right kind of mats on the floors, and be certain to erect signs that warn of slippery surfaces, if appropriate. Be sure employees have a secure place to hang outerwear, and be sure that it is properly heated and ventilated, so that coats and hats dry before they need to use them again. Damp, cold employees are prone to illness – so consider this an investment in their health and productivity.
Know When to Give In
There are some times when snow safety means sending your employees home before things get worse. While this might affect a business’s bottom line, and reduce productivity for the day, keeping employees safe and comfortable rather than putting them at risk of an accident can prevent the more significant loss of productivity an injured employee represents!
Ensure that a company stays operational for as many days as possible, even through the worst of the winter weather, by going online to buy snow shovels and salt spreaders which can be quickly called into use.
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