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*COLD WEATHER PRI CAUTIONS

Accident records have been sorted and
studied in all kinds of ways and a lot
has been learned in this way. One
that comes to mind with the arrival of
winter is the effect cold weather has
on accidents.'‘e find there is a tendency
for accidents to increase in cold
weather and I find it advisable to point.
out a few precautions that can be taken
to reduce these accidents.

One of the principle hazards is ice.
This means slippery walks, steps and
roads. To prevent accidents, thie
hazardous condition must constantly be
kept in mind. Don't rush out of the
house in the morning when you are late
and take a tumble on an icy front step.
This may only result in a fracture to
your dignity, but could result in broken
bones. ‘ie must develop a sense of
caution for weather conditions that
cause slippery footing. One can prevent
some of the hazards by keeping walkways
clear of ice or by wearing proper foot-
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This same situation can also ous to
drivers of vehicles. It is preferable
to use snow tires and to have chains »
for use when necessary. ‘Slower than
normal speeds are a must on snow and~ ~
ices This is particularly true in
temperatures above 20°F. when ice and
snow are at their slipperiest, Keep
windshields and windows clear and be.
sure that wiper blades, heater and de- |
froster are working properly.
be a terrible thing to mun into. someone
because of poor vision. —

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Qn the job at the mine or the plartsite
make yourself aware of all possibilities
for slippery conditions on walkways,
ladders, roofs, or icy places on trails
and slopes. - When working on roofs use
ropes or cross pieces to stop movement
in case of slipping.

Icicles are another hazard where they
form overhead on towers or roof eaves
where there is danger to people below.
Look up before entering doorways.

Serious injuries can result from falling
ice or snow. Systematic inspection of ice
conditions and ice renoval from buildings
is the answer to this problem. Doorways
and entrances in common use should be
protected by canopies or sheds.

The other cold weather hazard is subegzero
temperatures, Dress warmly and keep dry. |
One cannot wort: efficiently and safely |
ard keep his «tnd on his work when uncom=

| fortably cold, wet, shivering or with

numbed hands and feet. Be careful of frost. |]

| bite as ears and nose can freeze before

one realizes it. Don*t go out too far

j from camp in subezero temperatures.

The gist of all this is to remind you of
the hazards and to develop a sense of
caution in cold weather. Keep this
sense sharp.

Cee Bronson

Txpecting that human nature will change

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Get the feel of the road by single spit

brake applications & adjust your Speed
accordingly. Conditions will’ vary
according to the wenpers tare and amount
of snow on the road. Keep weli -back
of the vehicle ahead as it takes much

more time to stop under icy conditions. —

Slow down to a safe speed before approa=-
ching a curve, intersection or a down
hill grade. Use a pumping action with
your brakes when on ice or snow. This
gives a chance for effective steering
action during the intervals when the
whesls are rolling.

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