Different seasons can increase workers exposure to serious injuries such as broken bones, severe cut and lacerations, amputations, electrocution, chemicals, and head injuries.
Spring storms and flooding create or intensify hazards for outdoor workers. Examples include trenching cave-ins, downed power-line work, and flood clean-up activities.
Videos
- Cave-In! Trenching & Shoring Safety (English/Spanish)
- Severe Weather Alert: Are You Prepared?
- This Might Shock You: Downed Power Line (PSE) (YouTube)
Training Materials
Self-paced
Publications, Handouts, Checklists, Sample Programs
- Flood Cleanup (OSHA fact sheet)
- Poster - An Unprotected Trench is an Early Grave (FSP0-912-000) (Poster)
- Prepare for Windstorms
Fire hazards, increased construction activities, and outdoor heat all create risks for injuries to outdoor workers during summer months.
Videos
- Fireworks Safety in Manufacturing and Retail Sales
- Tree Falling, Wildland Fire Chain Saws Course (YouTube)
- Understanding and Preventing Heat-Related Illnesses
Training Materials
Self-paced
For Groups
Publications, Handouts, Checklists, Sample Programs
Rain, wind, fog, and shorter daylight hours can increase hazards for those working outside during autumn months. This can increase risks of injury when operating equipment or vehicles, and through slips, trips, and falls.
Videos
- Distracted Driving (PSE) (YouTube)
- Tractor Accident Can Happen to Anyone
- Vehicle Back-Over
- Flagger Safety: Work Zone Safety Depends on You (Video)
Training Materials
Self-paced
- Slips, Trips, and Falls - Module 1
- Slips, Trips, and Falls - Module 2
- Work Zone Safety in Road Construction
Publications, Handouts, Checklists, Sample Programs
Winter season can be cold and expose outdoor workers to hazards such as dangerous road conditions, and extreme cold temperatures.