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Check Your Tread

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Tires are not the only treads you might need to periodically check. When winter weather strikes, ensure your shoes are up to the task. A graphic with icons of shoes prints. Title: Check your tread. A list of consideration for shoes is displayed. These are present in the blog post text.

  • Avoid high heels and leather soles.
  • consider sturdy shoes or boots with rubber soles and sufficient tread.
  • Non-slip safety shoes may be required if you work in slippery conditions.

Please be safe out there and help reduce your risk of injury from slipping on snow or ice.

 

Walk Safely on Snow and Ice

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It doesn’t always take a snow and ice storm. Lately, we have encountered some snow, but even freezing fog or just sub zero temperatures and some frost can pose slippery conditions. We would like to remind the UTK community to walk safely on snow or ice.

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Please remember the following:

  • Take short steps or shuffle your feet for better stability.
  • Walk flat-footed with your center of gravity directly over your feet as much as possible.
  • Keep your hands free and out of your pockets; put those phones away.
  • Use designated walkways as much as possible, but be prepared to walk on grassy edges if necessary.
  • Be prepared to fall. Falls can happen; falling badly can make it worse. If you are falling, attempt to roll your body into the fall by allowing the lower parts of your body make contact first.

Please be safe out there and help reduce your risk of injury from slipping on snow or ice.

Vols Drive Safe in Winter Weather

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As snow and ice threaten our roadways, please remember some key aspects of safe winter driving. Let help keep all Vols safe on the road.

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  • Prepare your vehicle; ensure maintenance is up to date.
  • Remove dirt, ice, and snow from mirrors, lights, camera lenses, and sensors.
  • Accelerate and decelerate slowly.
  • Increase following distance to 8-10 seconds.
  • If your vehicle skids, turn into the direction of the skid to help regain traction.

For more information on safe winter driving visit the National Safety Council’s information on winter driving safety.

 

 

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