Seasonal safety: Winter

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Workers who are exposed to extreme cold may be at risk of cold stress. Hypothermia, frostbite, trench foot and chilblain are all examples of illnesses that can be caused by extremely cold or wet weather whenever temperatures drop.

OSHA launched a webpage designed to educate employers on how to keep storm response and recovery workers safe during hazardous winter conditions.

Quincy, MA – December, January and February are the top months for home fire deaths, according to the National Fire Protection Association. NFPA recently issued 10 suggestions to help ensure that households across the country remain safe during those months.

Washington – OSHA recently launched a webpage designed to educate employers on how to keep storm response and recovery workers safe from hazardous winter conditions.

One way to prevent becoming ill with the influenza virus is to avoid crowded settings and exposure to others who may be infected.

Rosemont, IL – Although extreme winter sports can give participants a serious adrenaline rush, they also can lead to serious injuries, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons warned recently.

Working outside in the winter exposes employees to a number of hazards, including the risk of weather-related conditions such as frostbite. Cold weather can affect the body's senses, altering the ability to see, smell and feel, according to the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries.

Washington – Home fires and carbon monoxide poisonings tend to spike during winter months, which is why the USFA and the Consumer Product Safety Commission are cautioning homeowners to stay safe this season.

Columbus, OH – An average of 11,500 people are treated at emergency rooms for injuries and medical emergencies related to snow shoveling each year, according to a report released Jan. 17 by the Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Children's Hospital.

USFA, NFPA launch winter fire safety initiative