Content
1 module
Difficulty
Basic
Rating
Course length
19 mins
Instructor
Allison Hoskins
Description
Cold stress is the loss of body heat to the environment. Low temperature, wind and wetness have a combined effect on the body to create cold stress, injuries and illness. Cold-related disorders such as hypothermia and frostbite can kill or injure workers. Employers and employees should be aware of cold stress hazards, cold-related disorders and how to treat and prevent them. Ideal learners are employees who may be exposed to cold temperatures.
Objectives
- Recognize extreme cold
- Identify the sources of heat loss
- Explain what may happen when you are exposed to cold
- Identify symptoms and treatments for hypothermia, frostbite and trench foot
- Identify factors that contribute to cold stress
- Use precautionary guidelines to prevent cold stress
Certificate
By completing/passing this course, you will attain the certificate Certificate of Completion
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Cold Stress
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