Staying Safe on the Road: Our Commitment to Roadway Safety
At E-Z Window Cleaning, our work doesn’t just happen at the jobsite—it starts the moment our teams hit the road. That’s why Week 3 of National Safety Month, focused on Roadway Safety, is especially important to us.
With crews driving from home to home, business to business, and job to job across Wisconsin and beyond, safe driving is just as critical as safe cleaning practices. From distracted driving awareness to vehicle safety checks, roadway safety is a responsibility we take seriously—every single day.
Why Roadway Safety Matters
According to the National Safety Council (NSC), roadway crashes remain the leading cause of work-related deaths. Whether it’s a quick drive down the street or a longer haul to a commercial property, every time we get behind the wheel, safety must come first.
Here’s How E-Z Window Cleaning Prioritizes Road Safety:
Safe Driving Protocols for Our Teams
All drivers are briefed on proper vehicle operation, the dangers of distracted driving, and how to prepare their routes in advance. We make it clear: hands-free, alert, and focused driving is non-negotiable.
Vehicle Maintenance Checks
Clean equipment means clean windows—but safe vehicles mean safe crews. We perform regular vehicle maintenance checks to ensure tires, brakes, lights, and fluids are in top shape.
Schedule Planning to Prevent Rush & Fatigue
We carefully manage our scheduling to avoid overloading our drivers, reducing the temptation to rush between jobs or skip breaks. Fatigue is a real hazard, and we treat it as such.
Work Zone Awareness
From downtown streets to rural driveways, every site comes with its own driving conditions. Our teams are trained to watch for pedestrians, cyclists, other drivers, and environmental changes. Defensive driving isn’t optional—it’s expected.
Tools You Can Use from the NSC
Want to reinforce roadway safety in your own workplace or household? The National Safety Council offers a wide range of free educational tools to promote safer roads:
Videos:
- Distracted Driving is Preventable
- Bicycle Safety and the Far Hand Reach
- How to Set Up Your Drive
- Let’s Make People Safer
Quizzes & Safety Talks:
- 5-Minute Safety Talk: Driver Safety on and off the Job
- Roadway Safety Myths Quiz (Printable + Digital)
Helpful Articles:
- Don’t Drive Drowsy
- Do You Know the “Three-Second Rule”?
- Distracted Driving: Know the Three Types
- Is Your Workplace Ready for EVs?
Sample Policies & Pledges:
- Just Drive Pledge
- Sample Distracted Driving Policies
- NSC Driver Safety Training Courses
- Resources for Teen & Family Driver Safety
Explore more resources at nsc.org.
Our Promise: Safety on Every Surface—including the Road
Our crews are trained to handle ladders, lifts, and rooftops—but safety starts before the first window is ever washed. At E-Z Window Cleaning, we’re proud to support National Safety Month by putting roadway safety front and center.
Whether we’re headed to your home, a storefront, or a downtown high-rise, you can trust that our team is trained to get there safely—and keep safety top-of-mind all day long.
Want to work with a team that values people and safety? Contact us or visit our careers page to learn more.
