OSH News

An OSHwiki article highlights how cold exposure can lead to fatigue, reduced dexterity, slower reaction times and serious health risks such as hypothermia, frostbite and musculoskeletal disorders.

Older workers, women and people with certain health conditions are particularly vulnerable.

Integrating cold exposure into occupational safety and health strategies - through proper risk assessment, planning and preventive measures - is essential to protect workers’ health, safety and performance during the cold season.

Read the OSHwiki article Working in the cold.