
Be Prepared for Winter Weather
Below are ways to stay safe while in the elements to prevent injuries this winter:
Prepare:
- Plan ahead giving yourself enough time for travel
- Wear appropriate footwear that provides traction
- Limit what you carry to provide better balance
- If you are walking any distance, wear 2-3 layers of clothing. A moisture-wicking material as first layer, and a wind and moisture protecting material on the outside
- Avoid clothing and footwear that are too tight; this can restrict bloodflow, thereby reducing the flow of warm blood to your extremities
- Get the UWO Mobile App for campus safety alerts
Take Care:
- Use designated walkways and avoid taking shortcuts
- When walking on steps, always use hand railings and plant feet firmly on each step
- Look out for black ice, especially early in the morning and in areas shaded from the sun
- Report hazardous conditions on Chat with UWO PD on UWO Mobile
Walk Like a Penguin:
- Point arms down at an angle and feet slightly outward
- Keep knees slightly bent
- Take slow short steps or shuffle to increase traction
How DOES a human walk like a penguin? See a demo in this video from Think and Be Safe:
You can also see current campus conditions on the Campus News Feed on UWO Mobile!