Cold Stress
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.
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Course Outline
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1. Introduction
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2. Definition
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3. Sources of Heat Loss
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4. Consequences of Exposure
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5. Severe Effects of Cold Exposure
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6. Contributing Factors
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7. Precautions
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8. Conclusion
Learning Objectives
- Recognize extreme cold.
- Identify symptoms and treatments for hypothermia frostbite and trench foot.
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