During winter months, business parking lots and sidewalks must be kept free of snow and ice to allow customers safe access. These areas are often salted due to liability risks associated with slip and fall accidents. At the same time, businesses incur costs associated with buildings and other infrastructure that deteriorate prematurely and\/or become unsafe as a result of salt degradation. The good news is that businesses can keep surfaces free of ice and snow while also limiting their use of salt. This can save time, money, and help to protect the environment and infrastructure!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Business owners and managers can commit to moving their business towards using more salt savvy and sustainable practices. Use this link to pledge commitment<\/a> to reducing salt as a business representative or individually. <\/p>\n\n\n\n In the following videos, made in partnership with University of Vermont custodial staff and with support of NEIWPCC and the Lake Champlain Basin Program, Michael White shares tips for using a liquid product called Entry<\/em> and general salt application and clean up guidelines for custodians and other professionals who have responsibility to manage snow and ice outside of building entryways.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow-Tos for Custodians and Others Managing Building Entryways<\/h2>\n\n\n\n