Preparing employees for extremely cold conditions is crucial for businesses operating in such environments. This preparation safeguards the health and safety of the workforce and enhances productivity ...

Cold stress goes deeper than frostbite. For lone workers, prolonged exposure can impair physical and cognitive performance—creating hidden safety risks when no one is there to help. The occupational ...

Some jobs require working out in the elements, and that can pose dangers to workers. Having to perform job duties in ...

As the temperature drops it’s essential to consider how cold conditions affect your pets. Dogs and cats have varying tolerance levels for cold, and certain precautions are necessary to ensure their ...

Extreme cold is a daily concern during the winter months for the northern U.S., while areas further south may only experience occasional outbreaks of frigid temperatures each winter. Regardless of ...

James Hwang, M.D., UAB Burn Center director, says burn injuries from space heaters, heated blankets and hot liquids are most concerning during the winter months. Hypothermia and frostbite during ...

ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) -The Albany Fire Department is urging residents to practice fire safety as cold weather approaches. The ...