Table 2.

How to dress properly in the cold.

General

Adjust clothing according to activity level and climate Use several thin layers of clothing rather than few and thick

Work wet, rest dry

Repair or change damaged clothes Cover head, neck, hands and feet from wind and precipitation

Head, neck and face

Headwear should cover forehead, ears, neck and partly the jaw and chin Use balaclava and full face mask

Use the hood

Turn the face from the wind when possible

Use googles

Feet

Use shoes that are too big, preferably 1–2 sizes

Use thick inner soles in boots and/or in overboots

Use overboots when needed

Hands

Always use a protective layer between skin and metal (e.g. weapons)

Mittens are warmer than gloves

Practise wearing gloves/mittens during practical tasks