• 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.

• 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