More than 700 people die of hypothermia every year in the United States, including a number of workers. The recent cold snap in California and the rest of the nation is a reminder that Americas outdoor workers and their employers need to know how to defend against the hazards of extreme temperatures.During cold weather, about 60 percent of a persons body fuel is used to heat the body. When exposed to frigid temperatures, particularly for extended periods of time, a person will tire eas
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