This page is designed to help businesses and their workers prepare for winter weather, and to provide information about hazards that workers may face during and after winter storms.

Working Safely in Cold Weather Winter weather can expose outdoor workers to frostbite, hypothermia, and cold stress, all of which can be fatal. It is important to know the wind chill …

In addition to cold stress, there are other winter weather related hazards that workers may be exposed to when performing tasks such as driving in the snow, removing snow from rooftops, …

Employers should, therefore, train workers on the hazards of the job and safety measures to use, such as engineering controls and safe work practices, that will protect workers' safety and health.

Disaster recovery workers may encounter asbestos, lead, mold and radon at their work sites. The guidance from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the U.S. …

Winter Weather Introduction Cold Stress Preparedness Hazards/Precautions OSHA Resources Additional Resources Workers' Rights

Feb 17, 2023 · How to recognize the environmental and workplace conditions that can lead to cold stress. The symptoms of cold stress, how to prevent cold stress, and what to do to help …

Winter driving can be hazardous and scary, especially in northern regions that get a lot of snow and ice. Additional preparations can help make a trip safer, or help motorists deal with an …

If possible, shield work areas from drafts or wind to reduce wind chill. Employers should use safe work practices. For example, it is easy to become dehydrated in cold weather. Employers …

Holiday Workplace Safety As the nation enters the holiday shopping season, OSHA has resources to help keep workers safe at every step, whether you’re working at a retail store or …