Slip-Resistant Footwear
Special Rules for Slip-Resistant Footwear
- Member must update their PPE policy to include footwear
- Member must provide documented slip/fall prevention training twice per year (October and March)
- IMWCA reimburses for one pair per eligible employee
- Seasonal summer employees are not eligible
- Volunteer EMTs, firefighters, and reserve police qualify
- Non-Statutory volunteers are not eligible
- Invoices can be submitted immediately; reimbursement is issued before the 30-day cycle ends
Winter Walking Information
IMWCA recommends providing ice cleats to prevent slips and falls during the winter months. Winter Walking ice cleats provide samples to review before purchasing.
Find a customized winter walking program to help reduce slip and fall incidents in ice and snow. The training posters and training videos feature the current IMWCA recommended Winter Walking ice cleats and traction aids.
