SAFETY TIPS

• Winterize your vehicle: Check tires (consider snow tires), antifreeze, windshield wipers, fluids, battery, and other critical systems.

• Clear all snow and ice: Remove snow from your windshield, windows, mirrors, roof, hood, trunk, and all lights so you can see—and be seen.

• Drive according to conditions: Reduce your speed well below the posted limit when roads are icy or snowy. Maintain a safe following distance from the vehicle ahead.

• Expect the unexpected: Be ready to slow down or stop suddenly. Give yourself plenty of time to reach your destination safely.

• Keep your lights on: Use your headlights so other drivers can see you, even during daylight hours.

• Use safe braking techniques: Avoid slamming on brakes. Apply steady, controlled pressure to prevent skidding.

• Recover from skids safely: If your vehicle starts to skid, gently steer in the direction you want to go to regain control.

• Drive defensively: Stay alert to the actions of others, and never drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

RESOURCES AND REFERENCES

OSHA Safe Winter Driving Publication

https://www.osha.gov/Publications/SafeDriving.pdf

NTHSA Winter Driving Tips

https://www.nhtsa.gov/winter-driving-tip

National Safety Council Be Prepared For Winter Driving

http://www.nsc.org/learn/safety-knowledge/Pages/news-and-resources-winter-your-car-and- you.aspx