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Winter Safety Tips for Parents
… cold related dangers include: Dress children warmly using boots, hats and mittens Layer clothing Dress children in water repellant outer clothing Make sure clothing is dry and stays dry Tuck in loose scarves, drawstrings, etc. Limit the length of … -
Cold Weather-Related Health and Safety Tips (Hypothermia)
… in cold water. Victims of hypothermia are most often: Elderly people with inadequate food, clothing or heating. Babies sleeping in cold bedrooms. People who remain outdoors for long … person, as follows: Get the victim into a warm room or shelter. If the victim has on any wet clothing, remove it. Warm the center of the body first (chest, neck, head and groin) using an … blanket, if available. Or use skin-to-skin contact under loose, dry layers of blankets, clothing, towels, or sheets. Warm beverages can help increase the body temperature, but do not … -
Climate and Health: Winter Weather Health and Safety Tips
… temperatures become unsafe. Stay safe in the cold Protect yourself by wearing loose layers of clothing underneath a wind- and water-resistant coat. Look for symptoms of hypothermia—shivering, … cellular telephone, hearing aids, and cochlear implants) Blankets or sleeping bags Extra clothing High-calorie non-perishable food (such as granola bars) Extra food and water for your … food provides the energy your body needs to produce its own heat. Wear layers of loose-fitting clothing and remove layers when necessary to avoid overheating, perspiration, and subsequent … -
Operation Fresh Start Safety Toolbox: Topics for Daily Safety Meetings
… forehead or the top of eye protection before removing Do not rub eyes with dirty hands or clothing Remind each other every time you see someone not wearing safety glasses Look around … shaped leaflets, alternatively arranged): Learn to recognize native poisonous plants Wash clothing and tools exposed to the plant since allergens can remain active for years and can be transported to other places or objects Wear protective clothing on areas that might be exposed to poison ivy or other poisonous plants “Leaves of …