Give yourself extra time--don't assume a clear path for driving and walking will be available.

Products are available with abrasive soles or cleats that provide special traction for walking on snow and ice, such as Yaktrax. [Remember to remove when entering buildings.]

Footwear made of rubber and neoprene composite provide better traction than plastic and leather soles.

Keep your hands out of your pockets.

Try to keep your center of gravity over your support leg.

Look ahead when you walk. A sidewalk completely covered with ice may require travel along its grassy edge for traction.

Don’t take shortcuts over snow piles or areas where snow and ice removal is not feasible.

Take short steps or shuffle for stability.

Bend slightly forward and walk flat-footed with your center of gravity directly over your feet as much as possible.

Keep your hands out of your pockets.

Be prepared to fall. If you fall, fall with sequential contacts at your thigh, hip and shoulder. Avoid using outstretched arms to brace yourself.