A clear cold-work instruction turns risk assessment into practical behaviour on the floor. It tells employees what to do before, during and after cold work.
What should it include?
- Scope: rooms, temperatures and tasks covered.
- Risks: cold stress, reduced dexterity, lone working and wet clothing.
- Controls: clothing, warm breaks, rotation and rest areas.
- Behaviour: keep clothing dry, use gloves and report symptoms early.
- Emergency steps: alarms, first aid and contacts.
How to use it
Display the instruction near the work area and include it in staff training. Review it when the risk assessment changes, when new equipment is introduced or after incidents.
Heated workwear
If heated workwear is used, explain when it may be worn, how to charge it, how to inspect it and when to stop using it.
See B2B cold workplace solutions and cold workplace checklist.
