Whenever temperatures drop significantly below normal, and wind increases, heat rapidly leaves your body, and this is especially true in cold winter weather. Losing body heat can lead to serious weather-related health problems such as frostbite, chilblains, trench foot, and hypothermia. While workers in the construction, agriculture, maritime, and commercial fishing industries are often exposed to the most extreme risks, cold stress is not exclusive to outdoor workers. People who work in cold storage or food processing, as well as those in facilities without heat or insulation can also get affected.
Stop heat loss & wind burn in the cold with hats, balaclavas, & face masks.
Protect fingers from frostbite & heat loss with the cold weather gloves.
Prevent slips on icy ground with strap-on traction devices for boots & shoes.
Keep rooms & areas warm in cold weather with indoor & outdoor portable heaters.
Part of creating a safe work environment in cold temperatures includes ensuring you and your team have the proper winter workwear and knowing the signs and symptoms of cold stress illnesses and injuries. Wintry winds and damp conditions can be just as dangerous as a snow storm. Learn how to spot and treat cold-stress injuries such as immersion, hypothermia, and frostbite.
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