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Every adult reminisces on the December school days leading up to Winter Break. Those times it was a joy to go to school, and near every class period was a different kind of party or celebration. As we got older, most of those parties were replaced with good news, like a curve on a final or dropping the lowest test score, but regardless, it was always a merry time in the few weeks leading up to Christmas. I am sure many of us wish we could go back and visit that time, if only for a little bit, but what most of us do not remember is that a large reason we are able to experience these strong feelings of nostalgia and fond memories now is due to how clear the roads were. The work done to ensure roads are not only clear, but safe have allowed us as adults to definitively say that we were lucky to have such fantastic teachers and classmates to be able to experience some of the best holiday seasons we will ever be a part of.
Although school's holiday parties are a big reason to keep the roads drivable, safety is the primary concern in these cold, winter months. Snow accumulation creates hazardous conditions for parents, students, and staff, increasing the risks of car accidents and slips and falls for walkers. Implementing reliable snow removal and salting services can minimize these risks and shows a proactive approach to not only protect people but also protect the school district from liability issues that may arise from accidents on school property.
Even though these services help keep school districts from liability issues, it does help them accomplish their main goal of educating kids. Despite the seasonal festivities, children go to school to learn, and that learning is made much more difficult if they cannot go to school. Snowstorms can cause closures or delayed openings, disrupting the learning process and impacting students' academic progress. Reliable snow and salting services help keep parking lots, walkways, and school entrances open, allowing for a consistent schedule that benefits the regularity of a typical school day.
However, despite the annoyance of snow, it is hardly dangerous, especially compared to ice. Vehicular accidents increase significantly with ice, which can cause further disruptions and can effectively block more students from getting to class. Treating surfaces with salt before and after snowfalls can greatly reduce the likelihood of icy conditions, helping to mitigate slips and falls on walkways as well.
Snow removal and salting are important services for many states, and for this reason Ohio is seeking qualified contractors to provide these essential services for the Toledo Public School District from 2024-2025. If interested in this opportunity, click on the link to learn more. The bid closes Friday, October 25, 2024 at 10:00 AM EDT.
