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Calgary Expert Guidelines For Snow Removal As Canadians, we're accustomed to shoveling snow whether it is required to get out of the driveway to get to work or as part of our regular job duties. Who should think two times about Shovelling ? 1. People having health problems. 2. Old Citizens 3. People who having the risk of heart attacks & Injuries. Please consult physcians, if you are fit on the above criteria. What are the Shovelling Techniques ? According to (Canadian Centre for Occuptional Health and Safety), the recommended rate of shovelling 15 scoops per minute. One should take rest 2-3 minutes in optimal weather conditions. Recommended Weight to be Lifted: Shovel Weight Should not be more than 5-6kg if scoop rate is 15 per minute.

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Calgary Expert Guidelines For Snow Removal

As Canadians, we're accustomed to shoveling snow whether it is required to get out of the driveway to get to work or as part of our regular job duties.

Who should think two times about Shovelling ?1. People having health problems.2. Old Citizens3. People who having the risk of heart attacks & Injuries.Please consult physcians, if you are fit on the above criteria.

What are the Shovelling Techniques ?According to (Canadian Centre for Occuptional Health and Safety), the recommended rate of shovelling 15 scoops per minute.One should take rest 2-3 minutes in optimal weather conditions.

Recommended Weight to be Lifted:Shovel Weight Should not be more than 5-6kg if scoop rate is 15 per minute.Recommended Throw Height & Distance:Throwing Height Should not exceed more than 1.3 meters and distance not further more than 1 meter.

Safe Snow Removal Tips

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1. Clear Snow early – Snow usally lighter and easier to move when it fallen.2. Maintain Foot Distance – Keep proper width distance between feet for balance and keep shovel closer to your body.3. Push Rather than Lift – When snow is heavy try to push it rather than lift. It's heavier especially wet.4. Use Legs – When lifting snow fill your showel half full. Avoid back to lift it.

A Words On Snow BlowerIf you are using power driven snow blower, operate it a speed that allows to maintain easily.Things Keep in Your Mind While Using Snow Blower1. Don't Operate On Slopped Surface2. It creates harmful vibrations try to stop it after 15 minutes.3. Follow all warnings and manuals supplied by manufacturers.4. Hire Calgary snow removal experts for safe and secure services.

Snow Removal Tools1. Snow scoops are effective tools that allow an individual to move large quantities of snow at one time.2. Use Salt to soften, or reduce ice before chipping, or wait until the sun has come out as this may soften the ice.3. Ice Choppers are another commonly used tool that presents a unique set of demands.

ConclusionsSnow removal is an inevitable part of many Candians. It is a great physical activity, but it can also become dangerous activity if not prepared for it. Consult physician first while doing snow removal activities indvidually.

The second option is to hire calgary snow removal contractors that takes all the responsibilty for snow removal, ice maintenance, shovelling, snow blowers and other activites

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If you need further assistance, Call our snow removal experts which is closest to you.

Address:7015 Macleod Trail SW #400

Calgary, AB – T2H 2K6

Phone: 403-499-8410

Website: http://www.lawnfather.ca

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