Working under cold conditions can lead to various injuries or health effects, which are collectively known as cold stress. This can lead to death or serious physical harm in the workplace.
DANGERS OF COLD STRESS
Along with air temperature, wind and moisture can create issues for employees working in the cold. Water, including sweat, can displace body heat 25 times faster than dry air, according to the Canadian Center for Occupational Health and Safety. Likewise, wind can blow away the body’s protective external layer of heat. This is why wind chill is an important factor to understand. So, […]This content is for CoAction Insurance policy holders.
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