Prevent injuries in winter

The possibilities of winding up on your rear more than your feet this winter seem endless.

Follow these 10 tips from Sanders County Public Health to make sure you’re staying safe when walking around in snowy and icy conditions:

1. Walk slowly and carefully. Wear boots or other slip-resistant footwear.

2. Use special care when getting in and out of vehicles. Use the vehicle for support if you need to.

3. Watch for slippery floors.

4. Try to avoid carrying items or walking with your hands in your pockets; this can reduce your ability to catch yourself if you lose your balance.

5. Watch out for black ice.

6. Tap your foot on potentially slick areas to see if the areas are slippery.

7. Walk as flat-footed as possible in very icy areas.

8. Avoid uneven surfaces, steps or curbs with ice on them.

9. Report any untreated surfaces to Maintenance and Facilities.

10. Remember: Ice and snow mean “take it slow!”