How Amazon is using predictive meteorology to help employees and partners make safe, informed decisions this winter

In preparation for winter, we ensure we have the right equipment and gear for various weather conditions for employees in our buildings as well as our Delivery Service Partners (DSPs) and Delivery Associates (DAs) on the road. For instance, Amazon equips operation sites' employees, who work outdoors, with winter-weather apparel, including gloves, caps, outerwear, hand warmers, and ice cleats. We also install ice plates outside our buildings to help avoid slips, trips, and falls. While all of our operations sites are climate-controlled, some employees spend a good part of their days working outdoors. If temperatures drop below freezing, they're required to take breaks in warm indoor areas, and we ensure they're using the aforementioned supplies.