Post on 17-Jan-2017
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Cold Exposure
Walking Safety
Driving Safety
Home Safety
Holiday Safety
Recreational Safety
Snow Removal Safety
Seasonal Affect Disorder (SAD)
Wear Loose-Fitting and Layered Clothing Trapped Air Insulates Layers can be removed to avoid perspiration and chill “Cotton Kills”…Use Polyester or Synthetic Material Wool will insulate even when wet
Wear Hats, Hoods, and Scarves Over Half of Heat Loss Comes From Your Head
Mittens are Better than Gloves Cover Mouth To Protect Lungs In Extreme Cold Drink Water to Avoid Dehydration
Danger: Skin Cold Enough To Freeze Signs and Symptoms:
Loss of Feeling In Fingers, Toes, Ear Lobes, Nose
White/Pale Skin
Treatment: Cover affected areas and gently soak in warm water When part warm and red, cover with dry, sterile dressing Cotton or gauze between fingers and toes
Danger: Low Body Temperature Signs and Symptoms:
Shivering Disorientation Drowsiness Glassy Stare Slow Irregular Pulse
Treatment: Re-Warm Body with Dry Clothing & Blankets Move to Warm Environment If Alert Give Warm Liquids to Drink Avoid re-warming quickly in water : may cause dangerous heart rhythms
Dress Warm
Use Good Boots with Non-Skid Soles
Wear Bright and Reflective Clothing
Carry a Flashlight After Dark
Watch Hats and Scarves that Block Vision
Use Sidewalks When Possible
Walk Against the Flow of Traffic
Avoid Traveling in Snow and Icy Conditions Take a Defensive Driving Class
Allow Extra Travel Time
Decrease Speed
Be Aware of Carbon Monoxide Dangers Remove Packed Snow Around Exhaust Pipe
Don’t Sit in Parked Car With Engine Running
If Stranded Use Blankets
Open Window Slightly
Run Heater A Few Minutes Every Hour To Keep Warm
Have Your Car Winter Ready Check Condition of:
Tires Battery Fluid Levels
Keep an Emergency Kit cell phone flashlight blankets sand & shovel flares & reflectors extra clothing food & water first aid kit
Inspect Furnace
Fireplace Chimneys
Space Heaters
Replace Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector Batteries
Watch Children and Pets Around Heat Sources
Never Heat Home With Range or Oven
If gas heat, make sure vents are not blocked
Keep a Working Fire Extinguisher Handy
Post Emergency Phone Numbers Near Telephone
Use Humidifiers to Improve Air Quality
Watch Gifts with Small Parts for Children Avoid Overloading Circuits with Decorative Lights Use only UL approved lights Use non-combustible or flame-resistant tree trim Keep tree away from heat sources Choose tinsel made of plastic or non-leaded materials Practice Safe Fire Prevention in the Home
Keep Christmas Trees Well-Hydrated Use Care when Burning Candles Unplug Tree Lights when Away from Home
Avoid Shoveling If Out of Shape Know Your Lift Limits
Avoid Twisting & Bending
Push Instead of Lift When Possible & Use Your Legs
Perform Warm-up Exercises and Take Rest Breaks
Help Prevent Slips and Falls Use Rock Salt, Sand or De-Icing Compounds
Be Careful Operating Snow blowers Never Clear Exhaust Chute When Running
Watch Loose Clothing Like Scarves and Jacket Sleeves
Be Aware of Projectiles
Wear Personal Protective Equipment
Use Helmets and Eye or Face Protection for Hockey, Snowmobiling, Skiing & Snowboarding
Ride Safely When Snowmobiling
Watch Excessive Speeds
Obey Trail Regulations
Ride With a Buddy
Remember Wind-chill and Frostbite Dangers
Ride Sober
Carry Repair and Emergency Kits
Avoid Thin Ice & Open Water
Get Fresh Air and Sunshine
Stay Active – Exercise
Spend Quality Time with Family & Friends
Help Others through Volunteer & Community Service
Eat Well and Avoid Excessive Drinking
Attend a Laughter Workshop!