Heat Stress
Information about Heat Stress can be found below:
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Working Safely in Cold Weather:
Winter weather can expose outdoor workers to frostbite, hypothermia, and cold stress, all of which can be fatal. Follow these work practices to stay safe in cold weather:
- Know the symptoms of cold stress; reddening skin, tingling, pain, swelling, leg cramps,
numbness, and blisters.
• Dress properly; wear at least three layers of loose-fitting clothing, insulated gloves and boots, cover your head and exposed skin.
• Monitor your physical condition and that of your coworkers.
• Take frequent breaks in warm, dry areas.
• Drink warm liquids. - Wear footwear that has good traction and insulation (e.g. insulated and water resistant boots or rubber over-shoes with good rubber treads).
- Take short steps and walk at a slower pace to react quickly to changes in traction.
Additional Tips:
- Stay dry; moisture can increase heat loss from the body.
- Excess sweating will cause your body to lose more heat, so remove extra layers of clothing whenever you feel too warm.
- Avoid getting gasoline or alcohol on your skin while de-icing and fueling your car or using a snow blower. Getting these materials on your skin will cause your body to lose a lot more heat.
- Do not ignore shivering—it’s an important first sign that your body is losing heat. Constant shivering is a sign that it is time to go inside.