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Winter Safety Tips for Outdoor Workers

Working outside in colder environments can be uncomfortable and sometimes dangerous if proper precautions are not taken. To ensure that you are prepared for working in these types of environments, review these safety tips: 

Cold stress 

Here are some cold stress, illnesses, and injuries that workers should be aware of: 

Winter Safety Tips

Here are some helpful safety tips and useful items that you can pack if you are traveling or on the road during this winter season.

Be prepared and pack the necessities during the cold season:

How do you know if you have the cold or flu?

While we are rapidly approaching the peak of cold and flu season, it is important to understand the differences between the common cold and the flu. Below are some common signs and symptons to prevent the early onset of the cold and flu during this season.

Safety Tips

With the upcoming school year rapidly approaching students, faculty, and staff are making their way back to campus. We all have places to go and people to see, but safety should be our top priority. Be mindful as you share the road that campus will get busy when classes are in full swing!

• Go the designated speed limit and be aware of pedestrians, scooters, and cyclists and avoid any other distractions.

• Be aware of increased motorized scooter users across campus, stay in a predictable line and adhere to par.

As we are rapidly approaching summer`s peak, it is important to take preventative measures and be aware of the risks of dehydration and unhealthy habits. Here are a few tips to staying healthy while enjoying the heat:

Drink Water

• Stay hydrated and don`t wait until you are thirsty, our bodies are made up to 60% water!

Make Use of Seasonal Produce

• Avoid eating hot and heavy foods, and strive for fruits and vegetables that have high water content.

Mechanical Room Safety

Ensuring mechanical room safety is vital for safeguarding both personnel and property. With numerous hazards present in these locations, a proactive approach is essential.

With the support of EHS resources, you have a guide to achieve the necessary level of safety in mechanical rooms. Contact EHS to learn about practical strategies and effective measures to enhance safety within your mechanical rooms.

Mechanical Room Hazards

Electrical Hazards

New Safety Guidebook Available

Are you looking for a comprehensive guide that outlines essential safety programs and resources to help ensure the well-being of faculty, staff, visitors, and others?

Look no further than the newly available Workplace Safety Resources guidebook!

What is a cold room?

Cold rooms are walk-in spaces that keep materials (typically for research purposes) below room temperatures. In most cases, the air in these rooms are 100% recirculated. Old air is not exhausted, or no new air is introduced unless the door to the room is opened. Due to this, cold rooms present unique hazards and guidelines must be followed to ensure safety.

Safety Tips:

The Ohio State University and the Central Ohio American Society of Safety Professionals are hosting the Annual OSHA® Safety Day. 

FREE registration for students and Ohio State employees with preregistration. 

To Register:

• Ohio State: Please email Cathy at black.539@osu.edu
• Non-Ohio State:  Please visit ehs.osu.edu/osd

Please send questions to black.539@osu.edu

Almost everything in an office today operates on electricity. Electrical equipment is potentially hazardous if improperly used or maintained. Below are tips to keep your workspace safe from electrical hazards.