Hi Town of Newton,
Thank you for your question. Yes, they will hold up, but it really just depends on how delicate and cautious the person is shoveling, Here are a few other options: https://kofflersales.com/p/anti-slip-decking-strips.asp?cid=79 Also, the 2nd, 3rd and 4th product on this page, https://kofflersales.com/metal-nosing.asp
Thank you,
The Koffler Team