ASTM F2966-19
(Guide)Standard Guide for Snow and Ice Control for Walkway Surfaces
Standard Guide for Snow and Ice Control for Walkway Surfaces
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
4.1 This guide outlines key elements of snow and ice control on walkway surfaces.
SCOPE
1.1 This guide covers snow and ice control procedures. It is intended to recommend known methods to bring about reasonably safe walkways where snow and ice may impact the safety of pedestrians.
1.2 Conformance with this guide will not alleviate all snow and ice hazards; however, conformance represents a reasonable effort to reduce pedestrian risks associated with snow and ice.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
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ASTM F2966-19 is a guide published by ASTM International. Its full title is "Standard Guide for Snow and Ice Control for Walkway Surfaces". This standard covers: SIGNIFICANCE AND USE 4.1 This guide outlines key elements of snow and ice control on walkway surfaces. SCOPE 1.1 This guide covers snow and ice control procedures. It is intended to recommend known methods to bring about reasonably safe walkways where snow and ice may impact the safety of pedestrians. 1.2 Conformance with this guide will not alleviate all snow and ice hazards; however, conformance represents a reasonable effort to reduce pedestrian risks associated with snow and ice. 1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE 4.1 This guide outlines key elements of snow and ice control on walkway surfaces. SCOPE 1.1 This guide covers snow and ice control procedures. It is intended to recommend known methods to bring about reasonably safe walkways where snow and ice may impact the safety of pedestrians. 1.2 Conformance with this guide will not alleviate all snow and ice hazards; however, conformance represents a reasonable effort to reduce pedestrian risks associated with snow and ice. 1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
ASTM F2966-19 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.030.40 - Installations and equipment for waste disposal and treatment. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ASTM F2966-19 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ASTM F2966-13, ASTM F1646-16, ASTM F1637-13, ASTM F1646-13, ASTM F1646-12, ASTM F1637-10, ASTM F1637-09, ASTM F1637-07, ASTM F1646-05, ASTM F1646-05e1, ASTM F1646-03e1, ASTM F1646-03, ASTM F1637-02e1, ASTM F1646-00. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Designation: F2966 − 19
Standard Guide for
Snow and Ice Control for Walkway Surfaces
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2966; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope to prevent precipitation from bonding (that is, freezing) with
the pavement, or weaken bonds formed for easier removal.
1.1 This guide covers snow and ice control procedures. It is
3.2.2 de-icing materials, n—snow and ice melting products
intended to recommend known methods to bring about reason-
applied on top of a layer of snow or ice, or both, that is bonded
ably safe walkways where snow and ice may impact the safety
to the pavement.
of pedestrians.
3.2.2.1 Discussion—Can also be applied proactively,
1.2 Conformance with this guide will not alleviate all snow
during, or after plowing or snow and ice removal.
and ice hazards; however, conformance represents a reasonable
effort to reduce pedestrian risks associated with snow and ice.
4. Significance and Use
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the
4.1 This guide outlines key elements of snow and ice
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
control on walkway surfaces.
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
5. Snow/Ice Control
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
5.1 General:
1.4 This international standard was developed in accor-
5.1.1 Planning for snow and ice removal is integral for
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
implementing a snow and ice management program. Control
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
techniques for exterior walkway surfaces include anti-icing,
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
plowing, snow blowing, shoveling, de-icing, or applying sand
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
or other abrasives, or a combination thereof.
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
5.1.2 Acombination of pre-snow season site evaluation and
2. Referenced Documents
remediation planning, snow and ice removal processes,
weather and site monitoring, and continuing maintenance
2.1 ASTM Standards:
should be provided to maintain safe walking conditions fol-
F1637 Practice for Safe Walking Surfaces
lowing winter storms.
F1646 Terminology Relating to Walkway Safety and Foot-
5.1.3 Snow and ice control procedures should be prioritized
wear
based on pedestrian usage. Where feasible, parking lots,
primary outdoor walkways, stair systems, and ramps should be
3. Terminology
remediated and treated with de-icing materials before use in all
3.1 See Terminology F1646 for the following terms: fall,
circumstances where de-icing materials are the appropriate
friction, pedestrian, ramp, sidewalk, slip, slip resistant, and
remediation measure.
walkway.
5.1.4 Walkway surfaces should be monitored and the poten-
3.2 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
tial for refreezing addressed.
3.2.1 anti-icing materials, n—dry or liquid snow and ice
5.1.4.1 Measures should be taken to minimize the effects of
control materials applied before a snow and ice event intended
refreezing. Removed snow and ice should be placed/stored in
a manner that does not create a slip hazard upon melting or
refreezing. For example, plowing snow accumulations to lower
This guide is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F13 on Pedestrian/
elevations of the property or onto grassy areas may prevent
Walkway Safety and Footwear and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee
F13.50 on Walkway Surfaces. potentially hazardous effects of refreezing of melt water.
Current edition approved Dec. 1, 2019. Published January 2020. Originally
approved in 2013. Last previous edition approved in 2013 as F2966 – 13. DOI:
10.1520/F2966-19.
2 3
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) Report 577:
contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Guidelines for the Selection of Snow and Ice Control Materials to Mitigate
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on Environmental Impacts, Transportation Research Board of the NationalAcademies,
the ASTM website. 2007.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
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5.1.4.2 Removed snow and ice should be located to avoid feasible to comply with 5.2.4, extra attention should be taken
obstructing drains, downspouts, or walkway drainage features. regarding the application of de-icing agent.
5.1.4.3 Removed snow and ice should not be stored in a
5.2.6 Vendor guidance regarding anti-icing and de-icing
manner that creates a hazard for pedestrian sightlines and
product e
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Designation: F2966 − 13 F2966 − 19
Standard Guide for
Snow and Ice Control for Walkway Surfaces
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2966; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope
1.1 This guide covers snow and ice control procedures. It is intended to recommend known methods to bring about reasonably
safe walkways where snow and ice may impact the safety of pedestrians.
1.2 Conformance with this guide will not alleviate all snow and ice hazards; however, conformance represents a reasonable
effort to reduce pedestrian risks associated with snow and ice.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility
of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety safety, health, and healthenvironmental practices and determine the
applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization
established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued
by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
F1637 Practice for Safe Walking Surfaces
F1646 Terminology Relating to Walkway Safety and Footwear
3. Terminology
3.1 See Terminology F1646 for the following terms: fall, friction, pedestrian, ramp, sidewalk, slip, slip resistant, and walkway.
3.2 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
3.2.1 anti-icing materials, n—dry or liquid snow and ice control materials applied before a snow and ice event intended to
prevent precipitation from bonding (that is, freezing) with the pavement, or weaken bonds formed for easier removal.
3.2.2 de-icing materials, n—snow and ice melting products applied on top of a layer of snow or ice, or both, that is bonded to
the pavement.
3.2.2.1 Discussion—
Can also be applied proactively, during, or after plowing or snow and ice removal.
4. Significance and Use
4.1 This guide outlines key elements of snow and ice control on walkway surfaces.
5. Snow/Ice Control
5.1 General:
This guide is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F13 on Pedestrian/Walkway Safety and Footwear and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F13.50 on
Walkway Surfaces.
Current edition approved July 1, 2013Dec. 1, 2019. Published August 2013January 2020. Originally approved in 2013. Last previous edition approved in 2013 as
F2966 – 13. DOI: 10.1520/F2966-13.10.1520/F2966-19.
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) Report 577: Guidelines for the Selection of Snow and Ice Control Materials to Mitigate Environmental
Impacts, Transportation Research Board of the National Academies, 2007.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
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5.1.1 Planning for snow and ice removal is integral for implementing a snow and ice management program. Control techniques
for exterior walkway surfaces include anti-icing, plowing, snow blowing, shoveling, de-icing, and/oror applying sand or other
abrasives.abrasives, or a combination thereof.
5.1.2 Reasonable effort should be made to ensure exterior walkway surface safety for pedestrian traffic.
5.1.2 A combination of preparatory and ongoing pre-snow season site evaluation and remediation planning, snow and ice
control methods should be employed, as applicable.removal processes, weather and site monitoring, and continuing maintenance
should be provided to maintain safe walking conditions following winter storms.
5.1.3 Snow and ice control procedures should be prioritized based on pedestrian usage. Where feasible, parking lots should be
barricaded, plowed, lots, primary outdoor walkways, stair systems, and ramps should be remediated and treated with de-icing
materials before permitting use.use in all circumstances where de-icing materials are the appropriate remediation measure.
5.1.5 Snow and ice storage accumulations should be located to avoid obstructing drains, downspouts, or walkway drainage
features.
5.1.6 Stair systems, ramps, handrails and side rails should be cleared of snow and ice before permitting their use.
5.1.7 Walkway surfaces should be monitored and treated for refreezing.
5.1.4 Removed snow and ice should be placed/stored in a manner that does not create a slip hazard upon melting or refreezing.
For example, plowing snow accumulations to lower elevations of the property or onto grassy areas may prevent potentially
hazardous refreezing of melt water.Walkway surfaces should be monitored and the potential for refreezing addressed.
5.1.4.1 Measures should be taken to minimize the effects of refreezing. Removed snow and ice should be placed/stored in a
manner that does not create a slip hazard upon melting or refreezing. For example, plowing snow accumulations to lower
elevations of the property or onto grassy areas may prevent potentially hazardous effects of refreezing of melt water.
5.1.4.2 Removed snow and ice should be located to avoid obstructing drains, downspouts, or walkway drainage features.
5.1.4.3 Removed snow and ice should not be st
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La norme ASTM F2966-19, intitulée "Standard Guide for Snow and Ice Control for Walkway Surfaces", présente un cadre essentiel pour la gestion de la neige et de la glace sur les surfaces piétonnes. Son objectif est clair : recommander des méthodes éprouvées afin d'assurer des allées raisonnablement sûres là où la neige et la glace peuvent compromettre la sécurité des piétons. Le champ d'application de cette norme est bien défini. Elle aborde les procédures de contrôle de la neige et de la glace, en reconnaissant que la conformité à cette norme ne peut pas éliminer tous les risques liés à la neige et à la glace. Néanmoins, elle constitue un effort raisonnable pour atténuer les dangers auxquels les piétons sont exposés. Cette approche pragmatique souligne l'importance d'une formulation réaliste des attentes en matière de sécurité, en établissant que l'utilisateur doit assumer la responsabilité de mettre en place des pratiques de sécurité, de santé et environnementales appropriées, en tenant compte des limitations réglementaires applicables. Un des points forts de la norme ASTM F2966-19 est sa conformité avec des principes de normalisation internationalement reconnus, ce qui lui confère une pertinence et une crédibilité accrues sur le plan mondial. Développée selon les directives émises par le Comité des obstacles techniques au commerce de l'Organisation mondiale du commerce, cette norme s'inscrit dans un cadre adoptant des standards internationaux, ce qui facilite son adoption et sa mise en œuvre à l'échelle globale. En résumé, la norme ASTM F2966-19 se positionne comme un guide indispensable pour le contrôle de la neige et de la glace sur les surfaces piétonnes, offrant des recommandations claires tout en reconnaissant les limites de son efficacité. Sa pertinence et ses fondations solides en font un outil essentiel pour toute organisation cherchant à améliorer la sécurité des piétons dans des conditions hivernales.
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Die Norm ASTM F2966-19, betitelt „Standard Guide for Snow and Ice Control for Walkway Surfaces“, bietet eine umfassende Anleitung zur Kontrolle von Schnee und Eis auf Gehwegen. Die Relevanz dieser Norm liegt in ihrer gezielten Unterstützung zur Schaffung sicherer Gehwege, insbesondere in Regionen, in denen Schnee und Eis eine Gefährdung für Fußgänger darstellen können. Der Geltungsbereich dieser Norm umfasst klar definierte Verfahren zur Schneeräumung und Eisbekämpfung. Sie empfiehlt bewährte Methoden, um die Sicherheit von Gehwegen zu gewährleisten, wo winterliche Bedingungen die Gefahren für Fußgänger erhöhen. Diese Richtlinien sind besonders wichtig für Betreiber von öffentlichen und privaten Gehwegen, die rechtliche Verantwortung für die Sicherheit ihrer Flächen tragen. Ein zentrales Stärke dieser Richtlinie ist, dass sie zwar nicht alle Gefahren durch Schnee und Eis beseitigt, doch einen wesentlichen Schritt darstellt, um die Risiken für Fußgänger zu minimieren. Durch die Einhaltung der in ASTM F2966-19 dargelegten Verfahren leisten Anwender einen angemessenen Beitrag zur Gewährleistung der Verkehrssicherheit während winterlicher Bedingungen. Darüber hinaus hebt die Norm hervor, dass es in der Verantwortung der Nutzer liegt, geeignete Sicherheits- und Umweltpraktiken zu etablieren und gegebenenfalls regulatorische Einschränkungen zu beachten. Dies fördert das Bewusstsein und die Verantwortung für Sicherheitspraktiken in der Winterdienstbranche. Die internationale Anerkennung dieser Norm, basierend auf den bei der WTO festgelegten Prinzipien zur Entwicklung internationaler Standards, unterstreicht deren Bedeutung im globalen Kontext. Die ASTM F2966-19 ist damit nicht nur ein hilfreiches Dokument für die Umsetzung von Sicherheitsmaßnahmen, sondern auch ein wichtiger Beitrag zur Standardisierung von Verfahren zur Schnee- und Eiskontrolle auf Gehwegen weltweit.
The ASTM F2966-19 standard serves as a crucial guide for snow and ice control for walkway surfaces, offering comprehensive procedures to enhance pedestrian safety during winter conditions. The primary scope of this standard is to outline established methods that aim to mitigate the risks associated with snow and ice, thereby promoting safer walkways for users. One of the significant strengths of the ASTM F2966-19 is its focus on recommending known methods that practitioners can reliably implement. While it is emphasized that conformance to this guide does not completely eliminate all snow and ice hazards, it provides a structured approach to reducing related risks. This balance is essential, as it sets realistic expectations for users who implement these guidelines. Furthermore, the relevance of this standard extends beyond merely suggesting practices; it acknowledges the importance of user responsibility in establishing safety, health, and environmental practices. By allowing for the determination of applicability concerning regulatory limitations, it empowers users to adapt the guidelines to their specific circumstances, further enhancing its utility. The design of ASTM F2966-19 is also informed by globally recognized standardization principles, ensuring that it aligns with international expectations and practices. This aspect not only strengthens the credibility of the standard but also facilitates its acceptance and application across borders, making it an essential resource for those involved in winter safety management. In summary, ASTM F2966-19 is a vital document for those in charge of pedestrian walkway safety during snowy and icy conditions. Its well-defined scope, practical recommendations, and commitment to international standardization principles underscore its importance and effectiveness in promoting safer environments for pedestrians.
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