Fall weather has arrived and winter is peeking its head
around the corner. Soon, it will once again be time to dig out your hats,
gloves, and winter protective apparel. Throughout this guide you will find a
list of recommended winter supplies and equipment every surveyor and field
professional should keep on hand.
Cold Protection Gear
Obtaining precise survey measurements is of the utmost
importance, but it can be a challenge – even in ideal weather conditions. Not
only can cold and extreme weather be harsh on your body, it can wreak havoc on
your surveying instruments.
Below is an assortment of recommended cold protection gear
to ensure accurate readings and long-lasting comfort during inclement weather:
- HexArmor
Rig Lizard Arctic Gloves
– Made with a dynamic combination of
H2X and C40 Thinsulate, these cold-weather work gloves are abrasion-resistant
with unrivaled comfort and dexterity. With a full impact-resistant exoskeleton
and high-performance smash guards, your hands will stay safe
and warm.
- ML
Kishigo Black Series Brilliant Rainwear Bib Pants
– For ultimate
visibility combined with wet-weather protection, these bib pants are a
must-have addition to any winter rain gear collection. Made from comfortable
waterproof material with two-inch Reflexite prismatic reflective tape, this
protective rain gear ensures optimal visibility in all conditions.
- HexAmor
Rig Lizard Thin Lizzie Thermal Gloves
– Designed to ensure
maximum grip in slippery situations, these safety gloves feature an interior
fleece lining for warmth and insulation. Made with new-and-improved IR-X Impact
Exoskeleton, they have abrasion-resistant sandy nitrile palms to ensure a
strong grip.
- ML
Kishigo Storm Cover High-Viz Rainwear Jacket
– Made with
waterproof materials and durable seam-sealed construction, these reflective
rain jackets will keep you warm and comfortable. With two-inch CNSS reflective
material and storm-flap closures, this reflective rain gear is ideal for
outdoor work in wet weather.
When choosing cold protection gear, look for high-quality, comfortable
materials with durable construction and reflective accents for safety. The cold
work gloves and reflective rain gear listed above is a great place to start.
Visibility Gear
In extreme weather, the accuracy of your readings won’t mean
anything if you can’t see them. Between foggy goggles and insufficient
lighting, visibility can be extra challenging in the winter.
Consider the following products to ensure visibility:
- Edge
Eyewear Safety Goggles
– Made with polycarbonate lenses, these
full-frame goggles offer both UVA and UVB protection. Not only are these safety
glasses coated with an anti-scratch layer, they are fog-resistant and designed
for all-day, everyday comfort and long-lasting durability.
- Dorcy
LED Rechargeable Cyber Spotlight
– Equipped with three super-bright
High Flux CREE LEDs, this prism flashlight offers a full 2 ˝ hours of
continuous use. It is perfectly proportioned for hands-free use and, with a
convenient trigger-locking switch, highly portable.
- HexArmor
Safety Eyewear
– With dual-injection soft-grip side arms and a
removable foam guard, these full-frame safety glasses are comfortable for
all-day wear. They are also anti-fog, which makes them ideal for field work in
cold and moist conditions.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Safety is always a primary concern for field professionals.
As days grow shorter and nights grow darker, working on or near busy streets
becomes even more dangerous. It is important to take extra precautions by
choosing the right personal protective equipment.
Ensure nighttime visibility by utilizing the following
products:
- Dicke
Safety Roll-Up Road Signs
– Available in a wide range of sizes (with
or without stands), these roll-up surveying signs are fluorescent orange for
high visibility. Made from durable vinyl materials, they are easy to deploy
and reflective – perfect for daytime or
nighttime use.
- Presco
Day/Night Enhanced Visibility Flagging Tape
– Formulated with
exclusive silver ink and combined with Presco’s Coarse Matte PVC plastic, this
construction flagging tape is cost-effective, disposable, and ideal for
nighttime visibility.
- ECCO
LED Flood Beam
– This heavy-duty flood beam features a lithium
rechargeable batter to ensure high performance and excellent visibility. It has
a compact design for convenience and features five operating modes (100%
intensity white, 30% intensity white, 100% intensity amber, double flash amber,
and quad flash amber).
- Vinyl
Striped Tuff Elements Flagging Tape
– Available in four
different colors, this vinyl flagging tape is ultra-tough. Made without plastic
fillers, it does not become brittle in the cold or fade as quickly as similar brands.
- ECCO Reflex Minibars LED Dome Light
– This compact yet powerful vehicle lighting
uses high-intensity reflective and TIR Optic LED modules to maximize output. It
comes with focused front/rear and wide-angle side warnings, as well as 18
selectable flash patterns.
Comprehensive guide and list of recommended winter supplies and equipment every surveyor and field professional should keep on hand.
