High-wind warning

Hazards

• A forecast or observed condition indicating winds may threaten people, structures, equipment, or operations.

Controls

• Apply predetermined thresholds early enough to lower, secure, shelter, or evacuate safely.

Personal protective equipment

• Select task-specific PPE only after hazards and higher-order controls have been evaluated.

Regional considerations

• Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.

In practice

Apply predetermined thresholds early enough to lower, secure, shelter, or evacuate safely.

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