Now that winter has brought snow and ice to city streets, it is important to recall that unpredictable conditions can place extra demands on your vehicle—and your driving skills, says the current issue of Safety in Mind, the UWindsor health and safety newsletter.

Among the hazards of winter driving are: poor traction, increased braking distances, and reduced ability to see and be seen. The newsletter lists general tips to keep safe, including:

• Control your speed to adjust to road conditions.
• Negotiate hills and slopes more cautiously.
• Plan lane changes early and signal your intentions well in advance
• Leave enough room between vehicles to accommodate stops.

The newsletter also lists equipment to be stored as an emergency kit in your vehicle. Safety in Mind is distributed online but formatted for printing and posting in work areas and on bulletin boards. Read the entire newsletter on the health and safety Web site.