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Key hazards related to cold stress in the landscaping industry:- Hypothermia: Prolonged exposure to cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia, a potentially life-threatening condition where the body loses heat faster than it can produce it. Symptoms include shivering, confusion, fatigue, and eventually loss of consciousness and death if not treated promptly.
- Frostbite: Frostbite occurs when skin and underlying tissues freeze due to exposure to extremely cold conditions, often affecting fingers, toes, ears, and nose.
- Trench Foot: Trench foot, also known as immersion foot, occurs when feet are exposed to wet and cold conditions for prolonged periods.
- Dehydration: Cold weather can […]
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