Raymond Wolk Paving Gives Tips on Staying Warm on Winter Construction Sites

The dedicated professionals at Raymond Wolk Paving don’t let a little cold weather stop them from serving your paving needs. That’s because R Wolk Paving does an excellent job of training its contractors on ways to safely stay warm on winter construction sites.

Raymond Wolk Paving understands that conserving as much body heat as possible is the key to staying warm, and much like insulating a building, heat loss happens most at openings so it is important to keep as much skin covered as possible.

But that’s not the only tip for staying warm that R Wolk Paving can provide. Here are several other ways paving contractors like the trusted ones at Raymond Wolk Paving can keep themselves warm while working on winter construction sites.

• One of the most important clothing items you can own as a paving contractor is thermal insulated coveralls. Coveralls are designed to prevent core body heat loss while at the same time giving those who wear them good range of motion.
• Using a helmet liner under a hardhat is one of the smartest moves a paving contractor can make in the winter. These items are very effective when it comes to preserving neck and head heat. Usually lined with fleece or another synthetic material, these liners are insulated and comfortable. These will have to be washed frequently so it’s wise to have several on hand to use throughout the work week.
• Glove selection is key for paving contractors looking to stay warm in the winter. Paving contractors shouldn’t choose just any old glove; they need the right fabric and texture so that they can complete their job and keep the feeling in their hands while being out in the cold for hours. Using a glove liner with a slightly larger glove than you wear on a bare hand is also a good way for paving contractors to keep their hands warmer.
• Keeping your feet warm is crucial to being outside in the winter for long periods of time. Wearing double-layer thermal socks with insulated boots is a must for any paving contractor. Steel-toe boots are a staple for most contractors, but they can actually act as a “cold sink” and make your feet even chillier in the winter. Look for boots that are insulated and have a composite-toe.
• Scarves and ski masks don’t always mix well with the rest of a contractor’s required attire, but if you’re able to use these items comfortably and safely then they can make a huge difference when it comes to covering exposed skin, which, as we already discussed, is key.

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