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Winter Challenges 14 Shoveling and Driving Shoveling snow Driving in hazardous weather conditions 8.

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2 Winter Challenges 14

3 Shoveling and Driving Shoveling snow Driving in hazardous weather conditions 8

4 The Scoop on Snow The Good The Bad The Bad The Best The Best Pant. Pant Pant. 18

5 Shoveling is COLD Cold air makes it even harder to work and breathe, which adds extra strain on the body. 8

6 Think It says - Those at risk for a heart attack - should think twice about shoveling snow. 5

7 At Risk Already had heart attackAlready had heart attack History of heart diseaseHistory of heart disease High blood pressure or cholesterolHigh blood pressure or cholesterol 22 Respiratory Problems Respiratory Problems Sedentary lifestyle Sedentary lifestyle

8 Shoveling can also be demanding on the back. Now you tell me! 9

9 See doctor Avoid stimulants Drink plenty of water 29 Shoveling Tips

10 More Tips Dress in 3 layers Warm up 1. Weather 2. Warmth 3. Perspiration 25

11 And more tips… Begin very slowly Pick the right shovel very 18

12 BACK tips… Stand with your feet about hip width apart Keep the shovel close to your body. Bend from the knees (not the back) Tighten your stomach muscles as you lift. Avoid twisting movements. Reposition your feet. Listen - STOP If you feel pain. 31

13 Winter Driving Tips 12

14 Prepare your Car Battery Antifreeze Wipers Ignition system Thermostat Lights 21

15 Also check.. Exhaust system Heater Brakes Defroster Oil level 13

16 Be sure your tires have adequate tread. T i r e s 11

17 Snow Removal 7

18 Fuel Supply 9

19 Latest weather and road conditions. Always travel during daylight? Know Road Conditions 15

20 Watch = might be severe winter weather. Warning = definite Blizzard = large amounts of snow and 35 miles per hour winds. A Winter Storm: 25

21 Wear layers of clothing. “munchies” & water. “Milk & Cookies.” Personal Preparation 15 Carry food and water.

22 Accessories Flashlight First Aid Kit Medications Blankets Newspapers Plastic bags 22 timer

23 Matches More Handy Additions Clothing Sand Tools Tire chains 29 Booster Cables

24 Help is 100 yards Trapped Stay in Car HELP 10 min per hour 25

25 Carbon Monoxide Beware of Carbon Monoxide 9

26 Physical Hazards FrostbiteHypothermiaCirculation Keep warm FrostbiteHypothermiaCirculation Frostbite Circulation Hypothermia 23

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