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Did you know that nearly a million people get injured by falling and slipping on ice or icy surfaces every year on average? And out of these, about 17000 to 19000 turn fatal every year. It is not easy to walk on ice and snow with constant temperature variation. However, you can avoid the real dangers of […]
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Walking on ice safety tips, shoes for walking on ice Winters can become dreadful if we are not prepared to face it head-on. We must not take the season lightly as this is when you can meet a problem of slipping, skidding, falling or even injuring yourself with lifelong repercussions. We must follow walking on […]
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Have you noticed how slippery parking lots or driveways get after shoveling snow away? Why is it difficult walking on ice with regular shoes? Do you feel your tires skid while turning on any icy surface? These are common winter problems that trouble almost everyone in cold regions. So, how can we escape accidents and minor injuries […]
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Have you tried walking through the back alley of a building or a restaurant in winter? If yes, you would know what we are talking about. The layer of snowfall and the patches of tar road gives us a tough time walking on thin ice. In addition, there is always a scare looming on our minds- […]
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Walking on thin ice is a challenge, and this is where traction agents come into play. While we are careful to spread ice melt or deice the surface before a snowstorm hits, there are times when ice melt does not work. So, why does ice melt not work on black ice? How can we safely […]
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Black Ice is a thin layer of ice formed when the moisture freezes over the pavers and along the road. Since it merges with the concrete, it appears invisible, thus leading to several accidents every year. More than 115,000 people meet with accidents or are injured, on average, every year due to snowy conditions or […]
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Ice melt does not serve the need for people to cross the icy or snowy surface immediately. One million Americans are injured every year, and nearly 600,000 of those are hospitalized every year due to falls on ice. As per other statistics, falls account for 64% of insurance claims and 20% of all spinal cord injuries […]
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Today we are more aware of the far-reaching dangers of walking on ice and the injuries it can cause. Whether at home or work, winter is when you will encounter black ice (a thin invisible icy layer on concrete that merges with the pavers or road). While we often take care of ourselves while stepping out, we […]
Read articleIce in any form is dangerous to tread. There is always a fear of slipping, thus, injuring our back or spine. Falling on your back can have a lasting impact on your life and walking abilities too. Did you know that, on average, there are nearly a million injuries every year during winters? That is […]
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Getting trapped in the snow, slush, or ice can be a nightmare. But a far worse situation is being a victim of slip and fall incidents. We all are well aware of the dangers of walking on ice. Many people keep sand or kitty litter in their trunks and homes to help with traction while […]
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