Working in the cold -- reminders

With extreme temperatures moving into Alberta this week, remind your staff to take precautions working outdoors, even for short periods of time. 

Safety reminders: 

• Wear warm head covering.
• Layer clothing to allow sweat to escape and trap heat.
• Protect hands and feet. Wear waterproof boots and always wear gloves or mittens.
• Pace any vigorous work with scheduled breaks away from the cold. Fatigue is a risk factor in the cold.
• Stay hydrated. Limit the amount of coffee or tea and (always) avoid alcohol.
• When possible, heat the working environment. For example, heated shelters help protect construction workers from cold and damp environments.


• For those companies with trucks and vehicles withe employee drivers, remember as an employer you should: 
• Develop winter driving safe work procedures and a safety policy
• Communicate with workers about winter driving safety
• Monitor and evaluate winter driving practices​

If you need help with any of these topics please let us know, so we can assist you. 

Assess the hazards, address the hazards, and stay safe!