TP Q1
LIGHTING
Improving the Safety and Efficiency of
Nighttime Operations By David Cotsmire
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towman’s job is difficult and dangerous. The calls increase when conditions are the worst – torrential rains, ice, snow, and darkness make a tough job even tougher. You know every job should be approached with a plan of action; one that is methodical and logical with safety in the forefront of your mind. A great plan is essential, but a great plan is not enough. You need the right tools to maximize your safety and efficiency, especially at night. This article will review the lighting tools and technology available today that will significantly improve your safety, and some can even improve the bottom-line of your business. Long gone are the days of halogen lights where you could fry an egg on the light housing and a generator was needed
to power them. Most of today’s lights are LED which consume 90% less power and generate much less heat while providing brilliant illumination at an affordable price. No need to pack a generator, these lights can be powered directly from your vehicle.
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