#ToolboxTuesday - Emergency Preparedness (Winter Driving Edition)
#ToolboxTuesday - Emergency Preparedness (Winter Driving Edition)
Slippery or snow-covered roads, reduced visibility and bitter cold: these are all conditions that can make driving difficult and even dangerous during cold weather months. Winter also brings an increased risk of getting stuck in your car, so dress warmly before heading out.
Prepare An Emergency Vehicle Kit
Always have winter safety and emergency equipment in your car. A basic car kit should contain the following:
Food that won't spoil, such as energy bars
Water—plastic bottles that won't break if the water freezes (replace them every six months)
Blanket
Extra clothing and shoes or boots
First aid kit with seatbelt cutter
Small shovel, scraper and snowbrush
Candle in a deep can and matches
Wind‑up flashlight
Whistle—in case you need to attract attention
Roadmaps
Copy of your emergency plan
Items To Keep In Your Trunk
Sand, salt or cat litter (non-clumping)
Antifreeze and windshield washer fluid
Tow rope
Jumper cables
Fire extinguisher
Warning light or road flares
When you’re stuck in a location where help is a long drive away, a car emergency kit will keep you safe and comfortable at the roadside until help arrives.
Do you have a kit in your vehicle? Comment below and let us know!