{"id":13388,"date":"2019-11-11T13:15:39","date_gmt":"2019-11-11T18:15:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chronicle.hvcc.edu\/wpdev\/winter-safety-tips\/"},"modified":"2019-11-11T13:15:39","modified_gmt":"2019-11-11T18:15:39","slug":"winter-safety-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chronicle.hvcc.edu\/wpdev\/winter-safety-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Winter Safety Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Wintertime brings an increased risk for slips, trips and falls due to slippery parking lots and walkways. The Physical Plant Grounds Department implements a prioritized snow removal plan during winter weather conditions, however slippery surfaces are still likely to be encountered.<\/p>\n<p>In order to raise awareness of the potential for icy surfaces and the need for extra precautions, IceAlert\u00ae signs are installed throughout the main campus. IceAlert\u00ae signs with a blue or partly blue pinwheel signal that freezing or near-freezing conditions exist and the need for extra caution to be used.<\/p>\n<p>Actions we can all take when icy conditions are possible include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Wear appropriate footwear that is designed for snow and ice when outdoors. Leave your dress shoes at work or carry them with you to and from work.<\/li>\n<li>When entering and\/or exiting vehicles, use the vehicle for support.<\/li>\n<li>Look where you are walking. Avoid distractions, such as texting or talking on cell phones.<\/li>\n<li>Use main walkways that have been salted or shoveled. Don\u2019t take shortcuts over snow piles or areas where snow and ice removal is not feasible.<\/li>\n<li>Look ahead and test the travel path for slickness by sliding your shoe\/boot on it.<\/li>\n<li>Take short steps to maintain your center of balance over your feet; walk like a penguin.<\/li>\n<li>Walk slowly; never run on snow or ice covered surfaces.<\/li>\n<li>Travel along grassy edges of walkways that are covered with ice.<\/li>\n<li>Use handrails when using the stairs.<\/li>\n<li>Prior to entering a building \u201cstomp\u201d off excess snow to reduce the snow melt carried into the building. Then repeat the process on the mat inside the building<\/li>\n<li>Keep both hands free for balance, rather than in your pockets or holding items.<\/li>\n<li>Plan ahead; give yourself sufficient time and plan your route.<\/li>\n<li>If you notice an area that is in need of snow or ice removal, contact Physical Plant at (518) 629-7356. During off-hours, report any areas of concern to Public Safety at (518) 629-7210.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you do slip or fall:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If you begin to fall forward, try to roll with the fall to avoid a more severe injury. Keep your wrist, elbows, and knees bent.<\/li>\n<li>If you begin to fall backward, try to sit down. Fighting a fall on ice can cause twisting or bending injuries.<\/li>\n<li>If you need emergency medical attention, contact Public Safety at (518) 629-7210.<\/li>\n<li>For non-emergency medical attention, report to Health Services, located in the Wellness Center, Campus Center Suite 270.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For additional information, please see the following:<\/p>\n<p>Physical Plant Snow Removal Plan: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hvcc.edu\/phyplant\/maintenance-grounds.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.hvcc.edu\/phyplant\/maintenance-grounds.html<\/a><\/p>\n<p>IceAlert\u00ae system: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.icealert.com\/ice-alert#pedestrian_section\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.icealert.com\/ice-alert#pedestrian_section<\/a><\/p>\n<p>How to Walk Like a Penguin from Alberta Health Services: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=LHaWGibGwyk&amp;feature=youtu.be\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=LHaWGibGwyk&amp;feature=youtu.be<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Winter Safety Tips from the National Safety Council: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsc.org\/home-safety\/tools-resources\/seasonal-safety\/winter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.nsc.org\/home-safety\/tools-resources\/seasonal-safety\/winter<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Published:<\/strong>\u00a0Mon, 11 Nov 2019 13:15:39 +0000 by\u00a0l.vivekanand<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Wintertime brings an increased risk for slips, trips and falls due to slippery parking lots and walkways. 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