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Landmarc Environmental Systems,LLC Site-Specific Health&Safety Plan(SSHSP) <br /> B. Wear a hat and scarf. Up to 50% of heat loss occurs from the head and neck. <br /> C. Wear three (3) layers of clothing <br /> a) Against the skin: a warm,breathable synthetic fabric such as Gore-Tex or <br /> Thinsulate will allow moisture to escape to the next layer. <br /> b) Middle: layer of wool clothing to draw moisture away from skin. <br /> c) Outer: water-resistant or repellant material. <br /> D. Older people have a greater risk due to poor circulation, limited mobility and medication. Diabetes <br /> patients are also at risk due to medications and blood sugar levels. In addition, asthma and hay <br /> fever patients are more susceptible to frostbite due to poor blood circulation. <br /> E. Frostbite and hypothermia may occur when temperatures are above freezing due to extended <br /> periods of exposure and windy conditions. <br /> 21 <br />