1. Working & driving in cold temperatures
Avoiding incidents by learning about cold-weather hazards

2. Objective
To make all employees aware of cold-temperature hazards during the winter months
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3. Background
Cold temperatures can cause your body to lose heat faster than it can be produced, which can cause hypothermia
Frostbite is an injury to the body caused by freezing
Causes a loss of feeling and color in parts of the body
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4. Understanding weather alerts
Winter Storm Outlook
Winter storm conditions are possible in the next 2 to 5 days.
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter weather conditions are expected to cause significant inconveniences and may be hazardous. When caution is used, these situations should not be life threatening
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5. Understanding weather alerts
Winter Storm Watch
Winter storm conditions are possible within the next 36 to 48 hours. People in a watch area should review their winter storm plans and stay informed about weather conditions.
Winter Storm Warning
Life-threatening, severe winter conditions have begun or will begin within 24 hours. People in a warning area should take precautions immediately.
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6. 5 ways to stay safe in the cold
1. Properly dress for the condition
Several layers of clothing will help insulate your body by trapping warm, dry air inside
Wool & polypropylene best trap air and do not retain moisture
When wearing a coat, choose one with a wind and waterproof outer layer
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7. 5 ways to stay safe in the cold
2. Protect your head and neck
Your head and neck lose heat faster than the rest of your body
When it comes to frostbite, your cheeks, ears, and nose are in the most danger
If possible wear a hat, scarf, and turtleneck sweaters to fight against the cold and to protect your head and neck
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8. 5 ways to stay safe in the cold
3. Be aware of frostnip
The mildest form of a freezing cold injury
The top layers of skin freeze when ear lobes, noses, cheeks, fingers, or toes are exposed
Prevent by wearing warm clothing and footwear
Treat by gentle rewarming
Hold the affected tissue next to the unaffected skin of the victim or of another person
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9. 5 ways to stay safe in the cold
4. Avoid injuries and illnesses
Keep muscles warm and loose by moving as much as possible
Take frequent, short breaks in warm areas
Perform work at the warmest part of the day, typically in the afternoon
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10. 5 ways to stay safe in the cold
5. Guidelines for employers
Reduce the physical demands of workers
Provide warm liquids to workers
Monitor workers who might be at risk of cold stress
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11. 5 winter driving safety tips
1. Make sure your battery and charging system are good
Remember, the battery that started your car easily in the summer may not have enough powerto do it in the winter
Be aware that batteries lose power as the temperature drops
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12. 5 winter driving safety tips
2. Check the cooling system
Make certain the antifreeze will protect your car at the winter temperatures that can be experienced in your area
Protection
Freeze-up Protection
Boilover Protection
Corrosion Protection
Minimum 50% anti-freeze 50% Water
-34ºF
+265ºF
Exceeds all ASTM and SAE standards for corrosion protection
Maximum 70% anti-freeze 30% Water
-84ºF
+276ºF
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13. 5 winter driving safety tips
3. Check your tire pressure
Tire pressure drops by about one pound per ten degrees of temperature
Many newer vehicles have tire pressure monitors, which alert you to dangerous changes in tire pressure
As of 2008, tire pressure monitors are required on all new vehicles
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14. 5 winter driving safety tips
4. Keep your gas tank close to full
If you get stuck or stranded, your engine will be your only source of heat
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15. 5 winter driving safety tips
5. Know your car
Do you have front, rear, part-time or full-time four-wheel drive; anti-lock brakes; traction control; and stability control?
if you have to drive in the snow, do everything slowly and gently
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16. Review
In cold temperatures, your body heat drops faster than it can be produced
Your head and neck lose heat faster than the rest of your body
Wearing several layers of clothing when working in the cold will help insulate your body by trapping warm, dry air inside
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17. Review
Frostnip occurs when ear lobes, noses, cheeks, fingers, or toes are exposed to the cold and the top layers of skin freeze
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18. Review
Make sure your car’s battery, cooling system, and tire pressure are prepared for the cold winter temperatures
Keep your car filled with gas in cold temperatures in case you get stranded and need the heat source
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