Most importantly, don't overdo it in the heat and be aware of your body's reaction to rising temperatures. Cold Weather Hazards Working in cold weather exposes individuals to a number of health hazards. Working in cold conditions may be hazardous to untrained and inadequately dressed workers. Cold weather is hazardous because the body loses heat which may lead to hypothermia, exposed body parts may freeze, causing frostbite, working in cold conditions also increases the risk of back injuries and other muscoskeletal problems and cold can affect dexterity which may contribute to accidents. Wind chill is another danger of winter work.
Wind chill is the relative temperature, when wind speeds are factored with the air temperature.
High wind speeds increase wind chill temperatures. If a person is wearing wet clothing, the effects of cold weather are enhanced. Cold Weather Solutions Working safely and dressing warmly are the best ways to reduce the risks of cold weather work. Wear cotton or polypropylene long underwear. Wear mittens rather than gloves, as mittens are warmer.