Cold Weather Preparations

Cold Weather Preparations

Stay Up-to-Date

• Be aware of current weather conditions

• Stay informed of potentially hazardous weather

• Monitor weather forecasts

Dress Appropriately

• Wear layers of loose fitting clothing

• Stay dry with water resistant clothing

• Wear windproof material as an outer shell

• Wear clothing with proper ventilation

• Keep a spare set of clothes on hand

Protect Head, Feet and Hands

• Keep head covered whenever possible

• When head protection is necessary, make sure it is equipped with an insulated liner

• Protect feet with insulated socks, wear two pairs if feasible

• Protect hands with insulated gloves

Exposure Guidelines

• Restrict exposure time if temperatures reach -17° C (0° F)

• Restrict exposure time if wind chills reach –30° C (-22° F)