--- title: Ice Cleat Blog | ice cleats description: ice cleats | Explore industrial ice cleat guides and workplace winter safety tips for safety managers. Learn about traction selection, indoor/outdoor use, and crew preparation. image: https://blog.winterwalking.com/hubfs/Winter%20Walking%20Blog%20on%20Ice.png --- [![Winter Walking we dont just make ice cleats, we perfect them](https://blog.winterwalking.com/hubfs/Winterwalking_Sep2018/Images/logo.png)](https://www.winterwalking.com/) We don't just make ice cleats, we make slips and falls disappear.® SEARCH ICE CLEATS - [Browse Ice Cleats](https://www.winterwalking.com/ice-cleats/) - [All Ice Cleats](https://www.winterwalking.com/ice-cleats/) - [Ice Cleat Categories](https://www.winterwalking.com/color-coded-categories/) - [Walking Traction](https://www.winterwalking.com/walking-traction/) - [Working Traction](https://www.winterwalking.com/working-traction/) - [Transitional Traction](https://www.winterwalking.com/transitional-traction/) - [About Us](https://www.winterwalking.com/about-us/) - [Resources](https://www.winterwalking.com/slip-fall-tools/) - [Slip Cost Calculator](https://calculator.winterwalking.com/) - [Traction Test](https://traction.winterwalking.com/) - [Product Training](https://content.winterwalking.com/training) - [Blog](https://blog.winterwalking.com/) - [Videos](https://content.winterwalking.com/videos-menu) - [Guides](https://content.winterwalking.com/guides) - [Get Started](https://www.winterwalking.com/get-started/) - [Speak With A Product Specialist](https://content.winterwalking.com/product-specialist) - [Become A Distributor](https://content.winterwalking.com/distributor) - [Request A Quote](https://content.winterwalking.com/quote) - [Download Catalog](https://content.winterwalking.com/request-catalog) - [Contact Us](https://content.winterwalking.com/contact) - [Browse Ice Cleats](https://www.winterwalking.com/ice-cleats/) - [All Ice Cleats](https://www.winterwalking.com/ice-cleats/) - [Ice Cleat Categories](https://www.winterwalking.com/color-coded-categories/) - [Walking Traction](https://www.winterwalking.com/walking-traction/) - [Working Traction](https://www.winterwalking.com/working-traction/) - [Transitional Traction](https://www.winterwalking.com/transitional-traction/) - [About Us](https://www.winterwalking.com/about-us/) - [Resources](https://www.winterwalking.com/slip-fall-tools/) - [Slip Cost Calculator](https://calculator.winterwalking.com/) - [Traction Test](https://traction.winterwalking.com/) - [Product Training](https://content.winterwalking.com/training) - [Blog](https://blog.winterwalking.com/) - [Videos](https://content.winterwalking.com/videos-menu) - [Guides](https://content.winterwalking.com/guides) - [Get Started](https://www.winterwalking.com/get-started/) - [Speak With A Product Specialist](https://content.winterwalking.com/product-specialist) - [Become A Distributor](https://content.winterwalking.com/distributor) - [Request A Quote](https://content.winterwalking.com/quote) - [Download Catalog](https://content.winterwalking.com/request-catalog) - [Contact Us](https://content.winterwalking.com/contact) ## [How to Choose the Right Ice Cleats for Your Employees](https://blog.winterwalking.com/how-to-choose-the-right-ice-cleats-for-your-employees) By [Justin Phillips](https://blog.winterwalking.com/author/justin-phillips) 10/14/26, 3:51 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.winterwalking.com/hubfs/Choosing%20ice%20cleats%20for%20winter%20workplaces.png)](https://blog.winterwalking.com/how-to-choose-the-right-ice-cleats-for-your-employees) Choosing the right ice cleats for employees starts with understanding how and where they work. Employees who spend their shifts outdoors in snow and ice have different traction requirements than delivery drivers, warehouse workers, or employees walking across icy parking lots. [Continue Reading](https://blog.winterwalking.com/how-to-choose-the-right-ice-cleats-for-your-employees) ## [Are Ice Cleats Safe To Wear Indoors?](https://blog.winterwalking.com/blog/are-ice-cleats-safe-to-wear-indoors) By [Bill Coyne](https://blog.winterwalking.com/author/bill-coyne) 10/3/26, 8:15 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.winterwalking.com/hubfs/Are%20Ice%20Cleats%20Safe%20To%20Wear%20Indoors.png)](https://blog.winterwalking.com/blog/are-ice-cleats-safe-to-wear-indoors) Most traditional ice cleats should not be worn indoors. Aggressive studs designed to grip ice can become slippery on hard indoor floors and may damage some flooring. However, ice cleats designed specifically for frequent indoor/outdoor transitions can reduce these concerns and may be appropriate for workers who move between icy outdoor surfaces, buildings and vehicles throughout the day. [Continue Reading](https://blog.winterwalking.com/blog/are-ice-cleats-safe-to-wear-indoors) ## [The Most Reliable Winter Safety Equipment Brands for Harsh Winters](https://blog.winterwalking.com/the-most-reliable-winter-safety-equipment-brands-for-harsh-winters) By [Justin Phillips](https://blog.winterwalking.com/author/justin-phillips) 1/6/26, 3:12 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.winterwalking.com/hubfs/What_to_look_202601061524.jpeg)](https://blog.winterwalking.com/the-most-reliable-winter-safety-equipment-brands-for-harsh-winters) What to look for in winter safety gear - and which brands safety teams rely on Harsh winters expose weak safety equipment fast. Ice, snow, freezing rain, and refreeze cycles create conditions where standard gear simply does not hold up. For safety managers, facility leaders, and procurement teams, choosing the right winter safety equipment brands is critical to reducing slip and fall incidents and keeping workers safe. This guide explains what makes winter safety equipment reliable and highlights trusted brands by category, so organizations can build an effective winter safety program for hars\[…\] [Continue Reading](https://blog.winterwalking.com/the-most-reliable-winter-safety-equipment-brands-for-harsh-winters) ## [If the package has to arrive on time, trust the expert](https://blog.winterwalking.com/if-the-package-has-to-arrive-on-time-trust-the-expert) By [Justin Phillips](https://blog.winterwalking.com/author/justin-phillips) 12/15/25, 11:40 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.winterwalking.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-12-15%20at%2011.48.15%20AM.png)](https://blog.winterwalking.com/if-the-package-has-to-arrive-on-time-trust-the-expert) Forget the reindeer and the magic dust for a moment. Let’s talk logistics. Consider the operational demands: One night. Billions of stops. Diverse, unpredictable terrain ranging from slick urban loading zones to frozen rural driveways. When we talk about high-stakes, time-critical delivery operations, nobody has more experience than the man in the red suit. He runs the tightest supply chain on the planet. But here is the industry secret that keeps the operation running smoothly: when the pressure is on, Santa doesn’t rely on "Christmas magic" to stay vertical on the ice. [Continue Reading](https://blog.winterwalking.com/if-the-package-has-to-arrive-on-time-trust-the-expert) ## [How to Audit Your Facility for Winter Slip Risks](https://blog.winterwalking.com/how-to-audit-your-facility-for-winter-slip-risks) By [Justin Phillips](https://blog.winterwalking.com/author/justin-phillips) 11/25/25, 8:31 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.winterwalking.com/hubfs/How_to_audit_202511241546.jpeg)](https://blog.winterwalking.com/how-to-audit-your-facility-for-winter-slip-risks) A practical checklist for safety managers Winter brings predictable hazards, and slips and falls are at the top of the list. The good news is that most winter related slip risks can be identified and controlled long before the first freeze. A structured facility audit helps safety managers pinpoint problem areas, strengthen controls, and reduce preventable injuries. [Continue Reading](https://blog.winterwalking.com/how-to-audit-your-facility-for-winter-slip-risks) ## [What Makes an Ice Gripper the Best for Walking Safely on Icy Surfaces](https://blog.winterwalking.com/what-makes-an-ice-gripper-the-best-for-walking-safely-on-icy-surfaces) By [Bill Coyne](https://blog.winterwalking.com/author/bill-coyne) 10/24/25, 2:50 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.winterwalking.com/hubfs/walk-safely-icy-surface.jpg)](https://blog.winterwalking.com/what-makes-an-ice-gripper-the-best-for-walking-safely-on-icy-surfaces) Every winter, icy surfaces turn even routine walking into a serious hazard. In industrial settings, those risks multiply. Icy docks, steel steps, and frozen yards can lead to slips, injuries, and costly downtime. The right ice gripper, also known as an ice cleat or traction aid, is more than a convenience. It is a vital piece of personal protective equipment. At Winter Walking, we have spent more than 40 years engineering ice traction solutions that perform where others fail. Through years of field testing, feedback, and material science innovation, we have learned what truly makes an ice grip\[…\] [Continue Reading](https://blog.winterwalking.com/what-makes-an-ice-gripper-the-best-for-walking-safely-on-icy-surfaces) [← Older posts](https://blog.winterwalking.com/tag/ice-cleats/page/2) [All posts](https://blog.winterwalking.com/all) [![Winter workplace risk calculator](https://blog.winterwalking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/calculator-cta3.png?width=600&height=600&name=calculator-cta3.png "Winter workplace risk calculator")](https://calculator.winterwalking.com/) [![Learn How to Choose the Best Ice Cleats for Your Employees](https://blog.winterwalking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/choose-best-ice-cleats.png?width=600&height=600&name=choose-best-ice-cleats.png "Learn How to Choose the Best Ice Cleats for Your Employees")](https://traction.winterwalking.com/) #### Winter Walking Safety Resources [**Choose the Right Ice Cleats for your crew →**](https://traction.winterwalking.com/) [**Estimate Your Winter Slip-and-Fall Exposure →**](https://calculator.winterwalking.com/) [**View Our Catalog →**](https://content.winterwalking.com/request-catalog) [**View Our Entire Line of Ice Cleats →**](https://www.winterwalking.com/ice-cleats/) [**Winter Safety Articles →**](https://blog.winterwalking.com/)[**Winter Safety Videos →**](https://content.winterwalking.com/videos-menu) [REQUEST A QUOTE](https://content.winterwalking.com/quote?__hstc=208155597.c57e3422393f88804b248335e72a41f3.1536042196367.1536070966126.1536122502992.5&__hssc=208155597.1.1536122502992&__hsfp=877493044) [DOWNLOAD CATALOG](https://content.winterwalking.com/request-catalog?__hstc=208155597.c57e3422393f88804b248335e72a41f3.1536042196367.1536070966126.1536122502992.5&__hssc=208155597.1.1536122502992&__hsfp=877493044) [CONTACT US](https://content.winterwalking.com/contact?__hstc=208155597.c57e3422393f88804b248335e72a41f3.1536042196367.1536070966126.1536122502992.5&__hssc=208155597.1.1536122502992&__hsfp=877493044) #### Winter Walking 400 Babylon Road Horsham, PA 19044 p: [1-888-NO-SLIPS (667-5477)](tel:1-888-667-5477) f: 1-215-441-9642 All content copyright 2026. 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