As frigid temperatures affect areas across North America, many craftspeople will be working in cold temperatures that could potentially be dangerous if they are not adequately prepared. FCA International has compiled several cold stress resources to help signatory contractors and their team work safely during the colder months.
FCA Resources
- TOOLBOX TALKS – The following Toolbox Talks are part of FCA’s Toolbox Talk Program, which is available to all FCA contractors as part of their FCA membership. The program features a comprehensive library of over 200 talks (available in English and Spanish). Use the form at the bottom of this page if your company has not requested toolbox talk access yet.
–Cold Stress First Aid: English | Spanish
-Winter Slips and Falls: English | Spanish
-Winter Defensive Driving: English | Spanish - COLD STRESS PROGRAM: U.S. | Canada (NOTE – DIRECT DOWNLOADS)
The Cold Stress Program is part of the FCA Safety Manual. The safety manual is a comprehensive policy manual any FCA member can utilize to boost their company’s safety efforts. The FCA Safety Manual is currently available for the United States and Ontario. Use the form at the bottom of this page if your company has not yet requested your safety manual. - COLD WEATHER PLANNING CHECKLISTS: Pre-Planning Checklist | Daily Checklist
The pre-planning and daily checklists help contractors’ teams prepare for working in cold temperatures. - FCA Safety Call: Winter Preparedness for Finishing Contractors
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