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Working in Cold Conditions

Understand how working in cold conidtions affects your health CPD Certified Course

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£25.00 +VAT per person

Course information
  • Certificate on Successful Completion
  • Machine Translated Content Available for 4 Languages
  • Access course on Desktop, Laptop or Tablet
  • 15 Multiple Choice Questions
  • Course Duration: 45 Minutes
  • CPD Points: 1

This online Working in Cold Conditions Training course focuses on working safely in environments where employees may be exposed to low temperatures, including construction, agriculture, transport, food processing, cold storage and retail. It also explores the responsibilities of employers and employees in managing the risks associated with working in cold conditions.

Working in cold environments can pose significant risks to employees' health and safety, whether they work outdoors during winter or indoors in refrigerated environments such as cold stores and food processing facilities.

Recognising the early warning signs of cold stress is important for anyone exposed to low temperatures, as taking appropriate action can help prevent cold-related illness and injury.

  • Train online at your own pace with a full audio voiceover
  • Translations across multiple languages available
  • Accredited by CPD
  • Certificate on successful completion
  • Course duration: 45 minutes
  • Unlimited resits at no cost

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Who is this Working in Cold Conditions Course for?

This online awareness training is designed for outdoor workers, including those in construction and agriculture, and employees working in refrigerated or cold-storage environments. It is suitable for anyone who needs to understand how exposure to low temperatures can affect the body and increase the risk of cold-related illness or injury.

The course is also beneficial for supervisors and managers responsible for employees working in cold conditions. It helps learners understand the importance of workplace risk assessments and appropriate control measures, including engineering controls, work scheduling, welfare facilities and protective clothing.

Learners will also gain an understanding of the responsibilities of employers and employees in managing the risks associated with working in cold environments.

Course Screenshots

  • Working in Cold Temperatures - Welcome to online training, login to begin
  • Working in Cold Temperatures - Who is at risk? Cold related injuries and illness
  • Working in Cold Temperatures - Transport and Logistics, cold exposure

Course Aim

The aim of this Working in Cold Conditions Training course is to provide learners with an understanding of the health and safety risks associated with exposure to low temperatures in the workplace.

Learners will explore cold-related injuries and illnesses, relevant health and safety legislation, risk assessment principles and control measures that can help protect employees from the harmful effects of cold exposure.

For workplaces where employees may also be exposed to high temperatures, our Working in Hot Conditions Training course provides additional guidance on recognising and managing heat-related risks.

Learning Objectives

On completion of the course, you should be able to:

  • State how cold conditions can affect our health
  • Identify the types of cold-related injuries and illnesses
  • Identify measures to prevent slips, trips and falls in cold and icy conditions
  • List the individual factors that increase susceptibility to cold stress
  • Identify industries and work environments affected by cold conditions
  • Identify the key legislation relating to working in cold conditions
  • List the process steps involved in a thermal risk assessment
  • Identify appropriate control measures for cold working
  • Recognise the symptoms of cold stress
  • State the key first aid actions for cold-related emergencies
  • Identify the roles and responsibilities relating to cold working

Course Content

This course is made up of the following modules:

  • An Introduction to Working in Cold Conditions

    This section introduces the learner to the course and looks at what working in cold conditions is, statistics relevant to working in cold conditions and a scenario where potential hazards and control measures are considered.

  • Module 1 - Working in Cold Conditions and impacts on Health

    In this section we look at the health affects of working in cold conditions, covering acute and chronic effects, types of cold-related injuries and illnesses, frostbite and non-freezing cold injuries.

  • Module 2 - Industries and Work Environments

    In this section the course looks at the different environments and industries which are affected by cold conditions, covering: outdoor work in cold weather, working at high altitude or exposed locations, cold stores and refrigerated environments, transport and logistics and emergency and public services.

  • Module 3 - The Law and Cold Working

    This final section of the course covers the legislation that covers workers from the risks of cold working, risk assessments and control measures required, welfare provisions, PPE. The course then completes with looking at the first aid and emergency response to cold working and recognising at the symptoms of cold stress and roles and responsibilities.

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Assessment

On completion of the course lessons and training material an online assessment will automatically unlock. The assessment will contain 15 multiple-choice questions and a mark of 75% or above will be required to pass.

The assessment will be marked instantly and so you will know straight away if you have passed or not. If you don't pass first time there's no need to worry. Unlimited resits at absolutely no additional charge are available so you can retake the assessment again as many times as you need to.

Working in Cold Conditions Certificate

Our entire library of training courses is accredited by the CPD Certification Service as adhering to the universally recognised Continuing Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.

Working in Cold Conditions Certificate

Upon passing the online assessment you will have the options to both print and download your Working in Cold Conditions Certificate in PDF format. In addition to this an automated email will also be sent to your chosen email address containing a link to your certificate ensuring you always have access to a copy.

Furthermore, a QR code is displayed on each certificate which when scanned by a smartphone links to our certification database. This allows employers, auditors and local authority inspectors, for example, to establish a certificates validity instantly and at any time.

Available in Multiple Languages

This training course includes machine generated translated content free of charge in the languages listed below:

  • Hungarian, Polish
  • Romanian & Russian

Please note: Course content which is not English may be machine translated and is made available for assistive purposes only. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of any translations.

Common Working in Cold Conditions Training Questions

There is no specific UK law requiring employees to complete a course titled Working in Cold Conditions Training. However, employers have a legal duty to provide appropriate information, instruction and training to protect employees from workplace health and safety risks, including exposure to cold temperatures.

Under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, employers must assess workplace risks and take appropriate measures to protect employees.

Where cold exposure presents a risk, suitable training can help employees recognise hazards, understand safe working procedures and identify the early warning signs of cold-related illness.

There is no fixed legal minimum working temperature in the UK that applies to every workplace. However, under the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992, temperatures in indoor workplaces must be reasonable during working hours.

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) provides guidance recommending:

  • 16°C as a minimum temperature for most indoor workplaces.
  • 13°C where work involves considerable physical effort.

These are recommended temperatures, not absolute legal limits. Certain workplaces, such as refrigerated warehouses and cold storage facilities, may need to operate at lower temperatures.

Employers must assess the risks associated with working in cold conditions and implement suitable measures to protect employees' health and safety.


The Importance of Working Safely in Cold Conditions

Cold stress occurs when the body loses heat faster than it can produce it, potentially leading to cold-related illnesses and injuries. It can affect employees working outdoors in cold weather or indoors in refrigerated environments.

Some common warning signs of cold stress can also include:

  • Uncontrollable shivering: An early indication that the body is struggling to maintain its temperature.
  • Numbness or tingling: Particularly in exposed areas such as the fingers, toes and face.
  • Fatigue and reduced coordination

Recognising these symptoms early is important. Employees experiencing signs of cold stress should stop work, move to a warmer environment and seek appropriate assistance.

For further information about the causes, symptoms and prevention of cold stress, read our What Is Cold Stress? article.

Employers can protect employees working in cold environments by carrying out suitable risk assessments and implementing control measures to reduce the risks associated with exposure to low temperatures.

Some practical measures employers can take also include:

  • Conducting risk assessments - Identify cold-related hazards, assess exposure levels and determine appropriate protective measures.
  • Providing suitable protective clothing - Ensure employees have appropriate thermal clothing, gloves and footwear for their working conditions.
  • Managing exposure times - Schedule regular breaks in warm areas and limit prolonged exposure to cold temperatures where necessary.
  • Providing information and training - Help employees recognise cold-related hazards, understand safe working procedures and report early warning signs of cold stress.

Employers should regularly review these measures, particularly when working conditions, temperatures or employee responsibilities change.

Workplace Scenario
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Working Outdoors in Cold and Wet Weather

Situation

A construction worker spends several hours outdoors during winter, exposed to low temperatures, strong winds and heavy rain.

What went wrong?

The worker's clothing becomes wet, increasing heat loss. Despite feeling extremely cold and struggling to use tools safely, they continue working without taking a break to warm up.

Key takeaway

Employers should consider wind, rain and exposure duration when assessing cold-related risks. Suitable weatherproof clothing, warm rest areas and appropriate breaks can help protect outdoor workers.

Workplace Scenario

Recognising Cold Stress in a Refrigerated Warehouse

Situation

An employee working in a refrigerated warehouse begins experiencing persistent shivering and difficulty concentrating towards the end of a shift.

What went wrong?

The employee dismisses the symptoms as normal for the environment and continues operating warehouse equipment, increasing the risk of an accident or cold-related illness.

Key takeaway

Employees should be trained to recognise and report early signs of cold stress. When symptoms develop, work should stop and appropriate assistance should be provided before the condition worsens.

Workplace Scenario

Inadequate Welfare Arrangements During Winter Farm Work

Situation

A group of agricultural workers spend long periods harvesting crops outdoors during freezing winter conditions.

What went wrong?

Workers have limited access to warm rest areas and nowhere suitable to dry damp clothing. As the working day progresses, several employees experience discomfort, numb fingers and reduced dexterity.

Key takeaway

Employers should provide suitable welfare arrangements for employees working in cold environments, including opportunities to warm up and dry wet clothing. These measures can help reduce cold-related health and safety risks.

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  • Machine Translated Content Available for 4 Languages
  • Access course on Desktop, Laptop or Tablet
  • 15 Multiple Choice Questions
  • Course Duration: 45 Minutes
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