All posts by Bill Coyne

Who doesn't love winter? With the snow falling gently from the sky, it transforms the world into a picturesque wonderland. It's a time when families come together, hot cocoa is sipped by the fireplace, and memories are made. However, not everyone shares the same sentiment when it comes to winter. For safety professionals, the arrival of winter brings with it a sense of apprehension and concern. As the temperature drops and the ground becomes covered in a blanket of snow and ice, slips and falls become a common occurrence. This is especially worrisome for safety professionals whose main priorit[…]

Are ice cleats safe to wear indoors? In most cases, the answer would be no. Traditional ice cleats are designed for a sole purpose: preventing slip and fall incidents on icy surfaces. Picture an airport in the middle of January, someplace like Chicago that experiences brutal winters. The employees who work outdoors need footwear that will keep them slipping when they walk, so they put on a pair of ice cleats, allowing them to walk safely over slick surfaces. Once they get inside, it’s a whole different story. Read on to learn why most ice cleats are not meant for indoor wear, and to find out m[…]

The process of buying ice cleats is a lot like the search for any new product. Sometimes it’s smooth sailing, and other times you run into frustration and confusion, and end up spending a lot more time than you’d like to find the ice cleats you need. And it’s a situation where you need to take your time to make sure you’ve found the best and safest traction solution for your employees working outdoors in cold, slippery conditions. In this blog post, we’ll look at some of the questions you should ask yourself when shopping for ice cleats to take some of the stress out of the process and keep yo[…]

A corporate safety director once shared with me the numerous challenges he encounters when trying to secure employee buy-ins, especially when it comes to working in harsh conditions like ice and snow. These challenges are not just about convincing employees to adopt safety measures but also about ensuring their consistent and correct usage. He has previously implemented our ice cleats with considerable success, noting a significant reduction in slip-related incidents. However, recognizing the ever-present risks, his company recently embarked on an ambitious new safety initiative: achieving ZER[…]

Indeed, the market for ice cleats and winter traction aids can be overwhelming, with a vast array of products and technologies available, each claiming to offer the best solution for winter safety. Navigating through this sea of options can be daunting, especially for those who are not familiar with the specific needs and requirements of different working environments. However, with our extensive research spanning over four decades, we have gathered the necessary knowledge and expertise to support safety professionals in minimizing slip and fall incidents during the winter season. Our commitme[…]

Ice cleats are a valuable tool for preventing slips and falls in icy conditions. However, we often hear common concerns and misconceptions that deter people from purchasing them. In this blog post, we address these concerns and shed light on the benefits of investing in the right ice traction for shoes or ice cleats from a reliable manufacturer like Winter Walking.