- Provide cold drinking water and shade for all workers in hot weather.
- Ensure heated welfare units with drying facilities are available in winter.
- Increase break frequency during heat waves and severe cold periods.
- Supply sunscreen and encourage its use during summer months on site.
- Provide waterproof clothing and additional warm layers in wet and cold weather.
- Position mobile welfare units close to the active work area for easy access.
- Monitor workers for signs of heat exhaustion, hypothermia, or cold stress.
- Adjust work schedules to avoid the hottest part of the day in summer.
- Ensure hot drinks are available to outdoor workers during cold weather shifts.
- Brief all workers on the symptoms of heat illness and cold injury.
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- DON'T ignore signs of heat exhaustion such as dizziness, nausea, or heavy sweating.
- DON'T expect workers to continue outdoors without breaks in extreme conditions.
- DON'T lock welfare units or position them far from the active work area.
- DON'T allow workers to wear wet clothing for extended periods in cold weather.
- DON'T rely on workers to bring their own water; provide it as an employer.
- DON'T dismiss cold weather risks because workers appear to be coping.
- DON'T schedule heavy physical tasks during the hottest hours of the day.
- DON'T assume welfare facilities meeting summer needs also meet winter requirements.
- DON'T remove shade structures or cooling measures until the hot period passes.
- DON'T penalise workers for taking legitimate welfare breaks in extreme conditions.
See also: Summer Heat and Hydration | Winter Working Safety
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