Living in Central Ohio, we know that sooner or later cold weather WILL come. May as well face it and be prepared! The following are Cold Weather Preparations that our field crews recently discussed in their weekly safety talks:
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)
Pictured below is James Talbert, Josh Priest and Shawn Ison, working under the supervision of Tom Ison at the City of Columbus-Division of Water project TANK OVERFLOW MODIFICATIONS, located on Henderson Road. Stantec is the Design Consultant. Nick Miller is the Project Manager.
