So, to help avoid injury when walking on ice and snow, here are some simple tips:

• Take the safest route to your destination, and take your time. 
• Don’t use your smartphone while walking—it’s distracting.
• Walk deliberately. Bend your knees a little and take slow, short steps. Doing so increases traction and lowers the odds of falling. 
• Wear boots or other slip-resistant footwear.
• Wear traction aids when conditions warrant their use.
• Watch for "black ice” or hard packed snow which can be just as slippery. 
• Use caution when getting in and out of vehicles, and use the vehicle for support. 
• Please use “Three Points of Contact” at all times! 
• When walking on steps or ramps, always use the hand railings and plant your feet firmly on each step.
• When entering a building, remove as much snow from your boots as you can, and watch for wet and slippery floors.