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Cold facts  Outlines precautions to prevent hypothermia and first aid for suspected hypothermia. Includes a link to further information on the symptoms of hypothermia. Source: Canada Safety Council (CSC) From: Occupational safety and health Cold weather / thin ice safety  Gives advice on preventing frostbite and hypothermia, ice safety, and rescue procedures. Includes suggestions for parents on preparing children for cold weather conditions. Source: Calgary Health Region Cold weather workers safety guide  Describes a safety guide for working in cold temperatures and outdoor weather conditions. This guide (which is intended for the use of workers and supervisors) discusses the use of outdoor machinery and equipment, safety tips, and outdoor concerns including UV radiation, noise, vibration and dust. Includes ordering information. Source: Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) From: Health & safety pocket guides Excessive cold - facts  Presents basic facts on injuries and deaths in Alberta caused by excessive cold. Link requires a PDF reader. Source: Alberta Centre for Injury Control and Research (ACICR) Frostbite  Outlines the causes and symptoms of frostbite. Offers tips for parents on preventing and treating frostbite. Source: Canadian Paediatric Society (CPS) From: Keeping kids safe Let's have fun in winter!  Acknowledges that outdoor winter activities are fun, but can lead to injury. Discusses preventive actions to help you stay safe in the cold weather. Source: Canadian Fitness and Lifestyle Research Institute (CFLRI) From: Tips for Being Active Meeting the challenges of winter weather  Discusses the hazards of winter weather for people with disabilities, seniors, and children. Includes links to related sites. Originally prepared by the New Brunswick Easter Seal March of Dimes. Source: Canadian Health Network (CHN) From: Partner feature of the month: archives Prevent frostbite! - is Jack Frost nipping at your nose … and ears, fingers and toes?  Explores the difference between frostnip and frostbite, lists ways to prevent the occurrence of either, and offers advice on treatment. Stresses the extra vulnerability of children and suggests ways to keep them warm. Explains the importance of knowing what the wind chill factor is on a winter day. Source: Canadian Health Network (CHN) From: Magazine feature of the month: archives The winter safety quiz  Presents a quiz consisting of eight questions that test knowledge of injuries commonly caused by playing outdoors in winter. Source: Injury Prevention Research Office at St. Michael's Hospital From: Injury prevention for kids When Jack Frost comes nipping  Discusses frostbite, hypothermia, and fever in children. Offers advice on what to do if a child shows symptoms of these illnesses. Source: Canadian Child Care Federation (CCCF)
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