Dakota County plow driver survey
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| Question | 2008 Response (Yes) | 2010 Response (Yes) | +/- percentage change |
|---|---|---|---|
| I minimize the use of deicers during a snow storm | 60% | 96% | +36% |
| During calibration I have set the computer speedometer to match my trucks speedometer. | 40% | 73% | +33% |
| I use an application rate chart to determine the amount of salt/sand to apply | 35% | 76% | +41% |
| I avoid using road salt when pavement temperature is below 15 degrees F | 27% | 88% | +60% |
| I document my winter maintenance actions | 73% | 69% | -4% |
| The policy encourages plowing before two inches of snow accumulation | 92% | 84% | -8% |
| Equipment is calibrated for each type of deicing material used | 92% | 88% | -4% |
| I have ground-speed controlled sanders-the auger is installed and working | 84% | 77% | -7% |
| I plow before applying deicers to minimize the dilution of the chemical | 96% | 92% | -4% |
| I avoid salt/sand mixes | 72% | 68% | -4% |