The diverse areas in Texas require different levels of cold weather preparedness. Resources should be planned on the basis of anticipated need. Removal of snow and ice from the roadway and related control measures are classified as emergency operations that take priority over all non-safety related work. Weather history should serve as a guideline for determining needed resources. Resources should be used appropriately for plowing, sanding or chemical treatments as soon as possible. This may involve working extra hours, nights, weekends or holidays until conditions are stabilized.

More detailed guidance may be found in the manual that comprises the fourth portion of the Maintenance Management Manual.