Last Updated: May 20, 2026Related Documents Working Safely in Cold Weather Workers who are exposed to extreme cold or work in cold environments may be at risk of cold stress. Extreme cold weather is a dangerous situation that can bring on health emergencies in susceptible people, such as those without shelter, outdoor workers, and those who work in an...
Last Updated: May 21, 202626.2 Cold Stress Hazards 26.3 Cold Stress Controls 26.2 Cold Stress Hazards Control of cold stress situations should follow the procedures outlined in this plan. Implement the appropriate control measures for the specific work condition, from among the following possible control methods. Hypothermia, frostbite, trench foot, redness, swelling, and cracking of exposed skin are all...