Winter Maintenance for Commercial Properties
Salt is a major drinking water quality concern. Learn about resources your business can include as part of your winter maintenance to help keep salt out of groundwater.
Industrial, commercial and institutional properties
Free property review |
For a limited time, the Region of Waterloo is offering free consultations to properties requiring a risk management plan. During the 60-minute consultation, a Region of Waterloo representative will walk the property with you to identify actions to reduce salt use while maintaining winter safety. Complete this form to find out if your business requires a risk management plan and qualifies for this free service. |
Winter maintenance planning worksheet |
Whether you clear your snow or hire someone to do it, you are responsible for the safety of others on your property. Use this worksheet to help design your winter maintenance plan including:
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Free winter maintenance resources |
The Region of Waterloo has resources available to support your winter maintenance plan including:
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Snow removal contractors
Salt management training and certification |
Complete salt management training and certify as a Smart About Salt contractor through the Smart About Salt Council. |
Free daily weather forecasts |
Eligible Smart About Salt contractors can sign up for free daily weather forecasts. The forecasts are delivered four times a day from October to April. Complete this form to find out if you qualify for the free weather forecast service. |
Free winter maintenance resources |
The Region of Waterloo has resources available to support your clients winter maintenance plans including:
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Videos
Contracts and training |
Information to consider as part of your winter maintenance contract and the importance of including training. |
Identifying slip and fall hazards |
Identifying areas where ice can form in the winter and actions you can take to deal with potential slip and fall hazards. |
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