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Winter Safety Infographic

#beforeyoustartbesafetysmart, #safetyfirstthiswinter The winter season is full of safety hazards: cold, snow, and ice; home heating and maintenance challenges; and seasonal décor hazards. Taking time ahead of the winter season to make sure you and your family are prepared for whatever winter brings will help you reduce your chances of illness, injury, or death from winter conditions. https://health.mil/News/Articles/2023/02/23/How-to-Exercise-and-Train-during-this-Winters-Extremes

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  • Link to Infographic: Winter Safety 10 Cold weather injuries occur when the body cannot maintain necessary warmth. As temperatures decrease and winds increase, ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Winter Safety - 1 Military personnel and outdoor workers are more likely to be exposed to cold, windy, and wet conditions. Be aware of ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Winter Safety UV Military personnel and outdoor workers are more likely to be exposed to cold, windy, and wet conditions. Be aware of ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Winter Weather 3 When temperatures drop, the risk of cold weather injuries increases. A CWI can be serious – data show a CWI result in ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Winter Safety 6 Frostbite is a cold injury that commonly occurs on the face (cheeks, nose), ears, fingers, and toes. Take breaks to allow ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Winter Safety 8 If you previously had hypothermia, frostbite, chilblains, or immersion foot, you are more susceptible for another cold ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Winter Safety Month Whether on duty or at home, prioritize your safety during the winter months. Up your safety knowledge for Winter Safety ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Home Preparation Winter Safety #beforeyoustartbesafetysmart #homesafehomewise Although winter comes as no surprise, many of us may not be ready for its ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Winter Hunting Safety #beforeyoustartbesafetysmart #huntsafe Being outdoors in the autumn and winter can be a great way to get fresh air and ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Home Maintenance Winter Safety #beforeyoustartbesafetysmart #homesafety Be safe this winter while maintaining your home. Be sure to look up before ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Winter Safety - Fire #beforeyoustartbesafetysmart #learnhownot2burn There’s nothing cozier than spending time next using a fireplace, furnace, ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Winter Safety - Alcohol #beforeyoustartbesafetysmart #winterdrinks #besafe There are always safety risks associated with drinking alcohol, but it ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Winter Safety Outside #beforeyoustartbesafetysmart #besafeoutside Playing in the snow can be fun, but the fun can fade if one becomes victim to ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Winter Safety - car #Drivesafelythiswinter, #Scrapethosewindshields, #Cleanwindowsmeansafety, #beforeyoustartbesafetysmart Scraping your ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Winter Safety - Decorating Holiday trees may intend to bring cheer, but they can also be a holiday hazard if not set up carefully. Be cautious when ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Winter Safety Emergency Preparation #beforeyoustartbesafetysmart Be prepared for weather-related emergencies, including power outages. Stock food that needs ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Emergency Winter Weather #beforeyoustartbesafetysmart Understanding and preparing for winter advisory notices is an important part of staying safe ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Winter Workplace Safety #beforeyoustartbesafetysmart, #besafeatwork The DHA urges service members and staff to be safe in the workplace. Know ...
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  • Link to Infographic: Social media graphic, Physical Fitness and Your Health, has heart logo, Spiritual Fitness Shuttlecock image, Total Force Fitness Logo and MHS logo. Social media graphic, Physical Fitness and Your Health, has heart logo, Spiritual Fitness Shuttlecock image, Total Force ...
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