Cold stress is the loss of body heat to the environment. Low temperature, wind and wetness have a combined effect on the body to create cold stress, injuries and illness. Cold-related disorders such as hypothermia and frostbite can kill or injure workers. Employers and employees should be aware of cold stress hazards, cold-related disorders and how to treat and prevent them. Ideal learners are employees who may be exposed to cold temperatures.

Course Objectives:

Recognize extreme cold;Identify the sources of heat loss;Explain what may happen when you are exposed to cold;Identify symptoms and treatments for hypothermia, frostbite and trench foot;Identify factors that contribute to cold stress;Use precautionary guidelines to prevent cold stress

Duration: 19 min.