SNOW MOLE Questionnaire 2024 - SNOW MOLES are volunteers who report on what it is like to walk outside on a winter day.

If you are walking on a street or road, is it because (please circle all that apply): a) there is no sidewalk or pedestrian path Yes No b) there is too much snow and/or ice on the sidewalk to safely walk, or to push my stroller, walker, or wheelchair Yes No c) the road/street has been plowed and is safer to walk on Yes No mailto:snowmoles@coaottawa.ca 3. [...] As part of your walk, are you using a crosswalk or intersection to cross the street? Yes No If Yes, please answer the following questions: a) if there is a pedestrian walk button, can you reach it easily? Yes No b) do you have enough time to cross the street safely? Yes No c) are the curb and street clear enough of snow and ice that you can cross the street safely? Yes No 4. [...] Did you use a ramp (excluding at your residence) on your route today? Yes No If Yes, were there handrails for the ramp? Yes No 8. [...] Did you fall during your Snow Mole walk audit today? Yes No If Yes, did you fall on stairs, steps, or a ramp? Yes No did you injure yourself in any way? Yes No did you go to the hospital emergency? Yes No what was the reason for your fall? 9. [...] Are you over 65? Yes No Are you walking alone? Yes No Do you use a mobility aid (e.g., cane, walker, wheelchair)? Yes No Do you use ice grips/cleats on your boots? Yes No Do you use walking poles? Yes No Do you have any condition or impairment that might affect your ability to walk safely in winter? Yes No Prefer not to say Please describe, if you are comfortable doing so (e.g., low vision, reduce.