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title: Keep Your Lot Safe With These Snow Removal Tips
description: Abide by these snow removal tips and Jessica's law to keep yourself and others safe when snow is in the forecast.
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# [Keep Your Lot Safe With These Snow Removal Tips](https://www.nhada.com/blog/snow-removal-tips)

 Written by [Brian Duplessis, ASP, Loss Prevention Supervisor](https://www.nhada.com/blog/author/brian-duplessis-loss-prevention-coordinator) | Jan 16, 2020

***Here are some important considerations in adequate snow removal:***

##### 1. Have a **snow removal plan** in advance, train on the plan and update as needed.

Having a plan ensures that pre-storm preparations are completed, staff is aware of their responsibilities and the snow removal process is efficient and thorough.

##### 2. Remove snow from in between vehicles (even small storms).

Leaving snow between cars creates a dangerous situation for both employees and customers. 

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##### 3. Ensure that your storm cleanup crew is certified in the NHDES Green SnowPro program.

This program offers liability protection from weather related claims.

**Bonus Tip:**

Assign lot inspection and treatment responsibilities to staffers that arrive early to address hazards that presented themselves overnight.

##### **Jessica's Law**

Snow removal from your businesses and residences isn't the only thing you should be worried about; it's also important to remove snow from your car prior to hitting the road — in fact, it's the law. Since 2002, New Hampshire drivers have been legally required to clear snow and ice off their cars before getting on the road. Drivers who violate the [law](http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/rsa/html/XXI/265/265-79-b.htm) face fines of $250 to $500 for a first offense and $500 to $1,000 for subsequent offenses.

 

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