Putting Research into Practice: Snow and Ice Control Guide Provides Quick Reference for New Maintenance Staff

Winter road maintenance is one of the most important tasks performed by the maintenance staff at local transportation agencies to ensure traffic safety and mobility after snowstorms. Many of these local agencies, however, are experiencing a high rate of staff turnover as veteran workers retire. Also, most local agencies have a relatively small maintenance staff responsible for all of the agency’s maintenance needs throughout the year. These workers do not have the luxury of focusing on plowing and deicing full time.