Cold Stress

This cold stress safety training provides workers with the knowledge they need to recognize the dangers of prolonged exposure to low temperatures and harsh weather conditions.

The course explains how the body responds to extreme cold, how to identify early symptoms of hypothermia and frostbite, and how to use layers, protective clothing, and safe work practices to reduce risk. Participants learn how wind, moisture, and fatigue worsen cold stress, as well as strategies for warming up safely and preventing cold-related emergencies.

This training emphasizes recognizing environmental hazards, monitoring coworkers, and responding quickly when someone shows signs of distress. With the CDC reporting that over 1,300 people in the United States die from cold exposure each year, understanding cold stress is essential for worker protection.

Citation: CDC, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, 2022