They also work to recycle old blacktop in summer. It doesn't work as well as calcium chloride in colder temperatures, however. Dumping snow from downtown areas at approved sites keeps debris and contaminants out of waterways, says Rice Lake Streets Foreman Charles Smrcka. What You Eat on Snow-Plowing Nights Road crews often battle snow and sleet throughout the night, but usually for only a night or two. That means they are also battling sleepiness since their bodies are adjusted to the usual daytime shift.
Sleepiness can be dangerous.
At least 10,000 accidental deaths a year are sleep-related and 200,000 traffic accidents annually are due to driver fatigue. Recent research on sleep deprivation shows that what you eat before and during nighttime work can affect sleepiness. Greasy, heavy, protein foods bring on sleep according to information in The Shiftworker's Handbook. Drivers can still enjoy eating, though. Take light, well-balanced meals and eat snacks that are compatible with slower, nighttime digestion.