After the snowfall on Jan. 10, 11 and 21 on UNC's campus and projected below freezing temperatures this week, some experts have voiced concerns over the safety of employees in extreme weather ...

Cold stress goes deeper than frostbite. For lone workers, prolonged exposure can impair physical and cognitive performance—creating hidden safety risks when no one is there to help. The occupational ...

Jan 7, 2014 – With the extreme cold temperatures from the Polar Vortex that dipped deeply into the United States, the National Association of Tower Erectors reposted a link to the OSHA Cold Stress ...

When winter brings extreme conditions, workers face the dual challenges of demanding tasks and cold stress, which can harm safety, health, and productivity. DRIFIRE® flame-resistant apparel offers the ...

THE RISKS. SAFETY OFFICIALS I SPOKE WITH TODAY SAY PREVENTION IS KEY. THE GOAL HERE IS TO PREVENT AN INCIDENT FROM HAPPENING IN THE FIRST PLACE. DO YOU THINK WE’LL SEE MORE OVER THE NEXT COUPLE OF ...

When you are outside, frostbite and hypothermia are possible so you need to protect yourself. Wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing. Wear a hat. Try to stay dry and out of the wind.

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