Administrative Controls for Cold Stress include which item?

• A. Using buddy system
• B. Providing PPE
• C. Layering
• D. Gloves/mittens

Answer: (A)

Administrative controls are policies and procedures that reduce risk by changing how work is done. The buddy system fits this because it is a management practice that requires workers to pair up, so someone is always monitoring a partner for signs of cold stress and can provide timely help or seek assistance if needed. It doesn't rely on equipment or clothing to protect the worker; it changes the workflow and oversight rather than the environment or gear. Providing PPE, layering, and gloves/mittens are all protective gear or clothing items, which fall under PPE rather than administrative controls. So the buddy system is the appropriate administrative control for reducing cold-stress risk.