Winter Pilot Car Operations (2020)
Winter brings unique challenges for escort operations. Here's how to prepare.
Winter Challenges
- Winter driving safety
- Cold weather equipment
- Snow route planning
- De-icing protocols
- Reduced daylight operations
Equipment Preparation
Vehicle
- Winter tires installed
- Battery tested
- Antifreeze checked
- Emergency kit updated
Safety Gear
- Season-appropriate clothing
- Updated emergency supplies
- Weather monitoring tools
- Communication backup
Route Considerations
Winter Factors
- Snow and ice conditions
- Reduced visibility
- Shorter daylight
- Road treatment schedules
Best Practices
- Monitor weather constantly
- Adjust travel times appropriately
- Communicate conditions regularly
- Have contingency plans ready
2020 Winter Outlook
COVID-19 pandemic response shapes this winter:
- Anticipated conditions
- Industry activity levels
- Key projects scheduled
- Regulatory considerations
Stay prepared with AUMOR's professional escort services.
OSOW keeps this guidance public so operators can review route, permit, and escort considerations before dispatch starts.
For live account workflows and protected execution tools, continue to app.osow.com while public reference content remains on osow.com.
OSOW keeps this guidance public so operators can review route, permit, and escort considerations before dispatch starts.
For live account workflows and protected execution tools, continue to app.osow.com while public reference content remains on osow.com.