An official website of the United States government
Here's how you know
A .mil website belongs to an official U.S. Department of Defense organization in the United States.
A lock (lock ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .mil website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.
HomeDivisionsOccupational Safety DivisionWinter Safety

A member of the 17th Civil Engineering Squadron clears snow in front of the Norma Brown building on Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 15, 2021. The base experienced freezing temperatures and heavy snowfalls, but when faced with these challenges, Team Goodfellow thrived and overcame the obstacles. (Courtesy photo)

Winter Safety

WELCOME WINTER THE RIGHT WAY

As winter weather moves in, a myriad of potential hazards are introduced. From the difficulties associated with driving on snow and ice to special concerns for winter fire safety, there is much to be addressed. Please use this page as a resource for helpful tips to keep you and your family safe this winter.

Driving Safety

Link to Driving Safety - Vehicles on snowy dark highway with lights on.

Snow Removal

Link to Snow Shoveling page- person shoveling show by vehicle

Smoke & carbon monoxide

Link to Carbon Monoxide page - Carbon Monoxice meter on wall

Winter Holiday Safety

Link to Winter Holiday Safety page - Holiday ornaments on Christmas tree

Winter Sports & Rec Safety

Link to Winter Sports & Rec - Skiers going down snowy mountain

Winter Fire Safety

Link to Winter Fire Safety - House roof on fire with smoke

New Years Eve Safety

Link to New Year's Eve Safety - Bottle with corks and confetti on table

Hypothermia

Link to Hypothermia page - hand on glass with icicles

Slips & Falls on Ice

Link to Slips and Falls on ice page - female sitting on ice

Happy Holidays wreath with lights and Air Force Safety Center Shielf

Hypothermia Safety Tips Poster

Winter Safety Poster

Snow Removal Safety Tips posterWinter Weather poster of female Air Force Captain scraping windshield

 

DOES YOUR FAMILY HAVE AN EMERGENCY PLAN?

Sit down today and develop a family emergency plan that will assist you and your loved ones with remembering pertinent information and locating one another in case of an emergency.Link to a downloadable Family Emergency Plan example

Safety Videos