Showing posts with label first aid kit. Show all posts
Showing posts with label first aid kit. Show all posts
Friday, October 13, 2017
Is Your car ready to face the blizzard ?? Check out the tips to drive safely in snow @PartsAvatar Car Parts!!
10/13/2017 11:30:00 AM
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If you have to head
out in the snowstorm and ice, make sure you’ve prepared for rough driving!!-
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Now that winter is
upon us, driving in snowy and icy weather is inevitable. It isn’t suggested to
roam in blizzards because it can be life threatening. But if you have got some
urgent business then consider some tips that will help you to drive safely in
such a harsh weather!!
The Checklist
Check the car oil filter,
automotive
air filter, car fuel filter,
PCV and auto
transmission components before heading
out. Poorly running engine will use more gas so make sure to inspect. Check the
coolant level and belts, hoses should be checked for tightness and wear and
tear. Car battery is very important to work in winter weather.
Make sure car’
heater and defroster are in good condition. Have your car brakes
checked for wear and check your car tires for remaining tread life.
Make sure your
car’s windshield washer is topped up. Have enough petrol in your car before
setting on off any journey.
Have an emergency
kit, flashlight, shovel, extra batteries, boots and mittens, extra windshield
washer fluid and antifreeze with you.
Make sure Tires are not under inflated
Refer to the
manufacturer’s recommendations for proper inflation. As a rule, 10 degree drop
in outside air temperature equals a 1Lb loss of pressure at each wheel. So make
sure your tires are properly inflated especially in such a harsh weather.
Buy Winter Tires
Winter tires
leverage a different rubber compound that stays softer and gripper in colder
weather and its tread design cuts into the ice for better traction. All season
tires are made to cover broad middle ground of driving conditions.
Switch to winter
tires when you drive in snowy weather. All season
tires are not effective in harsh winter so better stick with winter tires. If
you live in a region where snowstorms and blizzards are a common occurrence
then it’s time to invest in set of winter tires.
Trust 4WD or AWD
Driving in snow is
not fun. In extra slippery conditions, having a vehicle with all wheel drive or
four wheel drive can give you some traction. But don’t think they will be
always effective and will prevent every accident on snowy roads. They will help
you to detect wheel slippage during snowy condition and then redirecting the
engine torque to the wheels with the best grip.
But all wheel drive
adds extra weight to the vehicle which can be disadvantage if you slam on car
brakes at an icy intersection. Braking is the great equalizer in the snow, so
take it easy!
Stay Calm and don’t slam on brakes
Take it easy! Don’t
slam on brakes as a sudden tug of the wheel or jab at the car brakes will
result in a dangerous life threatening slide. Crucial part is how to stop.
If your car
experience a spin, try to catch the spin by taking your foot off the gas – but
not stomping the brakes- let the vehicle slow down itself. Do not make sudden
steering movements as this could worsen the condition.
So, keep your mind
cool, stay level headed! As the saying goes- slow and steady wins the race!!
Don’t rely on technologies
With the advanced
safety technologies and snow modes introduced in cars, many folks believe that
they don’t need to learn how to drive in snow because their car is going to
take care of the situation.
But, when the
flakes really start flying, these technologies can give a false sense of
security because snow will end up covering sensors and cameras!
Don’t use cruise
control because even roads that appear clear can have slippery spots. Slightest
tap to deactivate it, could cause loss of control.
Better learn winter
driving just don’t solely rely on technologies. GM’s On Star and Toyota’s
Safety Connect are good technologies to consider. Owners can count on emergency
services with these techs like automatic crash notification and one touch
connection with human advisors.
Check the lights
You can take guarantee
for your driving skills but what about the other on the road? Check your car’s
headlights, taillights, turn signals and fog lights so that others can see you
on the road!
If the snow starts
falling quite thickly, put your fog lights on. This will help you to see and to
be seen by other car drivers.
Maintain a reasonable speed
The faster it is
snowing, the slower you should drive. Whether you are trying to come up to a
stop or trying to reach your destination first, poor traction and road
condition is definitely going to hinder your pace.
Allow more space
between your vehicle and the one ahead of you to avoid any hazard. It’s best to
accelerate slowly and keep your car in control.
Taking Hills
Hills can be
challenging even if you are an expert in blizzard driving. Faced with the
challenges in elevation, get momentum before you reach the hill and slow down
when you reach the top.
Waiting until you
are partway up to press on the gas is likely to spin your wheels. Pulling off a
perfect winter hill climb lets you crest the hill with most of that extra
momentum behind you allowing you to descend slowly and safely.
When you get Stuck
Stay in the
vehicle, avoid over exertion, let the fresh air in and run the engine every 10
minutes but make sure that the exhaust pipe is free of snow.
If you get stuck,
turn your steering wheel completely to one side as it may move your front
wheels just enough to reach a less slippery patch and then gain enough traction
to pull you out.
Another method is
to rock your wheel back and forth from reverse to drive back thus building the
momentum that you need to get going on the road.
If you can’t do
anything to get out of the situation then don’t worry. Just turn on the dome
lights at night. Don’t forget to move your hands and legs often and rub your
feet and palms to keep you warm.
Extras to pack
You should know
what to bring along in case you get stuck. Make sure you have blankets, hats, prepare
first aid kits, jump cables, gloves,
food and water for emergency.
Winter weather can
wreck havoc on carpets and floor mats. But rubber mats if you are driving in
such harsh condition.
Keep your phone
charged for 24/7 communication.
So, stay calm and
be smart in case you are stuck in Blizzard!!
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help choosing the right car parts for your vehicle then visit partsavatar.ca
and our experts will be happy to help you!
Saturday, July 22, 2017
Gear your garage with safety equipments and find great deals at Partsavatar Car parts because your safety comes first!
7/22/2017 11:30:00 AM
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Outfit your auto shop
or garage with safety equipments that will help you recover from injuries. ~
Brought to you by Partsavatar Auto safety accessories and tools.
Our health and safety
comes first. It is though important to do the job quickly and efficiently but
it should never come at risk to your body. Drips, spills and splatters and
common while working in auto shop or your home garage, so protective gear is
often the best way to ensure safety.
It is not an easy job
to repair auto parts as it requires powerful tools and equipments to get the
job done. Though we have great auto tools and equipments that make our repair
job easier and quicker, but don’t forget, they always carry risk with them.
Shop for safety auto
equipments and remove all those risks that slow down your work speed. It is
very important to perform an auto job with high level of comfort ability and
great confidence which can be achieved if we are already protected.
Protect yourself from
minor accidents or injuries by putting on appropriate safety equipment.
Gloves
For automotive
industry, only the toughest glove would survive the race. The automotive
mechanics have to encounter variety of chemical fluids, sharp and dangerous
auto tools and parts, and one more thing there is no space for mistake. They
need to be precise.
While shopping for
automotive gloves keep in mind that the gloves should be puncture resistant,
material should be strong and resistant to outside chemicals and optimum
dexterity. There are various kinds of auto gloves available in the market.
Multipurpose medium duty gloves
provide tougher layer of protection with reinforced palm ridges and advanced
layer of Du Pont Kevlar and they are capable of standing harsh abrasions and
cuts.
In automotive
applications, powdered free glove is used more than its powdered version.
Though powdered gloves are easier to don and doff but they can harm vehicle
paints and sealants and can even cause leakage into the car. Powder free nitrile exam gloves
are common examples of powder free type gloves. Nitrile gloves
are best choice due to their chemical and puncture resistance.
Latex gloves feature
more elasticity than nitrile and better puncture resistance than vinyl. Each
glove has a longer duration and you won’t have to switch gloves during tough
jobs. It provides enhanced grip in wet and dry conditions and don’t worry, its
powder free! Powder free latex exam gloves
are best during tough jobs. If for some reasons you wish to buy powdered latex exam gloves
then you can easily find them in our selection at parts avatar safety equipment section.
Safety
glasses
Why risk losing
precious eyesight when wearing safety eye glasses and protective goggles
can keep your eyes safe for a lifetime of good vision? Polycarbonate is
considered as best material for safety eyewear due to its high impact
resistance and less weight providing eyewear comfort ability. Before buying
safety glasses make sure that the frame has high impact mass, corrosion and
flame resistant and have high velocity impact. You can also check specifications about best
safety eyewear before buying one.
Parts avatar offers
high quality eye wear products that have gentle nose bridge and sturdy polycarbonate
lens for all purpose use. Shop for protective eyewear for auto jobs,
impact resistant polycarbonate lens equipped safety eyewear from Genesis,
vent chemical goggles
and auto fog ban lens
at Partsavatar safety equipment section.
Footwear
Automotive technician
job requires footwear that provides safety, durability and comfort. One of the
very first priorities for auto job is a durable pair of work boots. You need
extra protection in the toe are to keep your feet safe from heat, sharp objects
and other auto shop hazards.
Redback an Australian
work boots automaker, feature a safe and comfortable design boots for auto workers.
Redback slip on work boots
and Redback lace up work boots
are designed to be durable, long lasting, slip resistant and supportive for all
day wear.
Auto
Safety Respirators and face shields
Auto grinding, sanding
and buffing operations can kick up dust and dirt. Along with eye protection it
is also essential to wear respiratory masks. Respiratory safety masks are
designed keeping in mind workers safety and comfort.
Safety respirators
should be lightweight and easy to wear, highly resistant to particulate (grinding,
paint spray, sanding etc.) and chemical exposures (priming, paint vapors, rust
proofing etc.).
3M is a leading
manufacturer of safety respirators. It provides different respirators for
different kind of allergies and requirements like 3M particulate respirator with Exhalation valve
for particulate exposure applications, 3M Dual cartridge Respirator
for spray paint applications and a 3M simple particulate respirator.
Bionic Face shields are designed for
rugged jobs which are easily adjustable for all day comfort and perfect for
auto workers exposed to impact, chemical splash and debris. Uvex provides auto replacement lenses for the purpose
of welding and cutting.
Ear
protection plugs
Either you use auto banded earplugs or disposable auto ear plugs
both do the same job of providing automatic protection from impact sounds like
grinding and welding. Noises heavily impact our hearing ability so do wear ear
protection before beginning work that has a lot of noise.
Breath
analyzers
Install high quality smart phone breath analyzers
and mobile breath analyzers
to save you from the drunk driving offenses.
First
Aid Kits
Injuries happen even
while on the road. When you are in a shop of garage, there are chances of
getting minor injuries from accidents. So it becomes quite essential to have a
first aid kit at the moment.
So, make sure your auto
shop is equipped with first aid kit before other devices. If you don’t have
one, don’t worry parts avatar offers ATD’s first aid kit with almost everything
you need at the time of injury.
With our selection of
quality products you can put your mind at ease. Visit partsavatar.ca for the
great deals in aftermarket auto replacement and
performance parts under your budget. Get the benefit of FREE SHIPPING for orders exceeding $99.
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