Title: +038=627.001-##001T_03-Fasadevasksystem NorAcon - International Code of Practice (ICOP).pdf
O.3.4.3.1.3 The casualty may be suffering from hypothermia as well as frostbite. Check for hypothermia and treat for this condition first, see O.3.3.O.3.4.3.1.4 The decision when to start the thawing process of frostbitten parts depends on the availability of a long-term warm environment and medical expertise. If rewarmed tissue becomes refrozen, there is a high risk of more damage to the tissue. Excessive movement of frostbitten tissue should be avoided as ice crystals that have formed in the tissue can cause further damage. For the same reason, applying physical force to frostbitten tissues, e.g. massaging, as a means to rewarm them can be harmful and should not be carried out. Splinting and/or wrapping frostbitten extremities are recommended to prevent movement of them.© IRATA International Annex O Page 18 of 45 2017-Aug-01IRATA International code of practice for industrial rope access Part 3 of 5: Informative annexes: Annex O: Protecting rope access technicians against environmental conditions