What is the primary use of snow brooms/sweepers?

Snow brooms and sweepers are primarily designed to clean pavement surfaces after plowing has occurred. Their main function is to remove any remaining snow, slush, or ice that the plowing process may not have completely cleared. This is particularly important for maintaining safe and operationally effective airfield conditions, as any leftover material could create hazards for aircraft movement.

While these devices might assist in handling various aspects of snow management, their specialized design focuses on achieving thorough surface cleanliness, ensuring safe transit for vehicles and aircraft. Other options, such as clearing large snowdrifts or spreading de-icing materials, do not align with the specific capabilities of snow brooms and sweepers, which are tailored for post-plowing cleanup tasks.