Winter Driving Hazards

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The Maneuver Support Center Safety Office wants
to remind all personnel that with fall and winter
temperatures approaching quickly, there are
several things to remember
Winter Driving Hazards Ice, frost, snow, and
sleet on bridges and overpasses Poorly marked
state and county highways Drifting snow Poor
visibility Carbon monoxide Poor traction High
water at river crossings
POV Winter driving checklist Ice
scraper Exhaust system tight Antifreeze Check
all fluid levels Battery charged Map Lights
operational and clean Properly inflated tires,
with sufficient tread Heater/defroster working
properly Brakes checked for wear Windshield and
mirrors clean and serviceable
Winter Survival Kit Flashlight Non-perishable
food items Shovel Blanket Warm Clothes Water Jumpe
r Cables Tire Chains Tow Rope Bag of kitty
litter/sand
Vehicle Occupant Safety Seatbelts properly worn
by all passengers Use of approved child safety
seats Infants not seated in front seats of
vehicles with passenger air bags