Winter weather is in full force for us which means it is time to start thinking about the precautions necessary to protect your mobility equipment from the cold weather and snow. It is important to use your mobility equipment correctly in the winter to protect both yourself and your equipment!
Snow Tires
- One of the first steps to take when keeping your mobility equipment safe this winter is to get snow tires installed. Snow tires have better traction and will keep you safe by preventing loss of control on icy surfaces.
Prepare for Power Outages
- It is important especially during the winter months to prepare for power outages. The cold weather can have an effect on your mobility equipment’s battery, and you want to always be prepared. Having a backup power source and batteries is a good idea to keep nearby during these freezing cold months.
Inspection
- Getting an inspection done on your mobility equipment, especially before it gets too cold, can help prevent and diagnose any problems before they get worse. An inspection can ensure that everything is working correctly so you can be ready for the winter months.
Keep Exits and Entrances Clear
- It is so important to make sure that the pathways you are using to exit and enter your home are always clear and clean throughout the winter. Now is a great time to start making arrangements to keep pathways free of snow and ice whether that be a relative, a neighbor, or hiring someone. Keeping pathways and sidewalks clean and clear of snow and ice can reduce the risk of injuries while using your mobility equipment.
Store Device Indoors
- When you are not using your mobility equipment it is important to store your equipment in a safe place. You could store your device in a shed, a garage, or a storage locker. You should not expose your device to cold air for an extended period of time, to prevent damaging your device’s battery.
Winter months can be a pain when using your mobility equipment and if not used correctly there could be serious damage to your devices. Use these 5 tips to keep your mobility equipment safe from cold and snow this winter! Contact our team of experts for more information!
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