Cold Stress in the Workplace
Cold stress is a dangerous situation that faces workers that perform their job duties in an area poorly insulated or without heat. Whenever temperatures drop decidedly below normal and as wind speed increases, heat can rapidly leave your body. These weather-related conditions may lead to serious health problems. The National Weather Service averages that 34 people died by cold weather in 2010. While working in extreme weather, special precautions should be considered in order to keep workers warm and productive.
If cold stress is a concern at your workplace, this course will give your employees the knowledge on how to stay warm and reduce the risk of cold-related injuries and sickness. There are no specific training requirements for cold stress. However, according to the General Duty Clause, workers must be trained over hazards at their workplace. Upon completion of this course, workers will be able to display the ability to recognize the symptoms and effects of cold stress as well as identify cold stress prevention strategies.
Relevant Standards: OSHA General Duty Clause Section 5(a)(1) of the OSHA Act
- Linear Duration/min: 00:19:00
- Complexity/Difficulty: Level I (very easy)
- Interactivity: Level II
- Prerequisites: None
Target Audience: This course is intended for general-industry employees who, as part of their regular work duties, will be subject to cold weather conditions for significant periods of time.
Competencies:
To successfully complete this course, the Learner will demonstrate the ability to:
- CSW 1.1.0 Introduction and objectives
- CSW 1.2.0 Recognize that cold stress can occur in certain workplace situations 04:44
- CSW 1.3.0 Identify cold stress health effects and proper response 04:44
- CSW 1.4.0 Identify methods that can prevent cold stress 04:11
