This article explains the key hazards faced by outdoor workers and outlines OSHA’s guidance for reducing risk through hazard analysis, safety protocols, and environmental health & safety (EHS) systems. It identifies major outdoor hazards including extreme heat and cold, sun exposure, noise, insect and animal threats, vector-borne diseases, and chemical exposure. The piece emphasizes the importance of conducting job hazard analyses, implementing structured safety programs, and leveraging digital EHS platforms to streamline compliance, reporting, and incident prevention. It highlights how modern EHS software improves hazard identification, reporting, and regulatory compliance, helping organizations reduce injuries, improve safety culture, and protect worker wellbeing.

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