Your asphalt parking lot works extra hard during the winter months in the Twin Cities area. Whether serving as a safe place to park or a tailgating area, the New Year is sure to bring new responsibilities for your asphalt surfaces!
How can you protect and preserve your asphalt parking lot and keep everyone who uses the parking lot safe throughout the wintry months of 2019? Let’s take a look!
Create Safety Plans: Always have a safety plan in place for your asphalt parking lot. If you hire a company to clear snow and ice during inclement weather, make sure to create a specific timeline outlining their arrivals and departures. If you have individuals shoveling, spreading sand, or performing other winter asphalt maintenance, create a clear set of instructions and exchange contact information, just in case of emergency!
Safety Stock Up: Always have materials on hand in case of a severe blizzard or storm. Keep shovels and deicing materials on the premises and ensure all employees have access to these materials. If materials go missing or run out, always restock before the next snowstorm strikes your asphalt parking lot. Blankets, mittens, and other outdoor clothing items are a bonus, especially for emergency snow removal in subzero temperatures!
Safety Awareness: Do your research beforehand! Keep an eye on the weather throughout the month of January because it can be unpredictable, and make sure not to overestimate the safety of your asphalt parking lot. It’s always better to be safe rather than sorry. Remove excess snow quickly, use signage to notate wet areas, and keep folks safe from falling on slick icy spots or seriously injuring themselves.
In the Twin Cities, make asphalt parking lot safety a priority this January. By following the tips above you’ll keep drivers, employees, and pedestrians safe throughout this chilly season.
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