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RCS Tool Box Talks Controlling Heat Stress Tips for working in hot weather conditions
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Hot Weather When working in hot weather conditions, your body reacts differently. –Get used to working in hot conditions gradually It may take your body up to 10 days to acclimate Have scheduled work and rest periods. –Working in hot conditions requires longer and more frequent rest Slow down your working pace to avoid over-exerting yourself
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Liquid Intake Drink lots of cool, not ice cold, water –Include salted beverages, such as Powerade, Gatorade, etc., to help your body retain fluids and replace the sodium lost in sweat Avoid alcoholic beverages –Use adequate salt at meals –Consult with physician if you’re on a restricted salt or low- sodium diet In some cases, thirst is not an accurate indication of your body’s need for liquids. –Be sure to drink constantly throughout the day
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Movement & Clothing Try not to stand immobile in one spot for extended periods –Wide-open surface capillaries (blood vessels) can pool blood in legs, causing temporary low blood pressure & black-outs. –Movement helps prevent blood pooling. In very humid environments, sweat doesn’t evaporate readily, soaks clothes, and can result in heat rashes. Bathe daily, and consider a complete change of clothes at mid-day (lunch break), during especially humid times.
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Cool Areas Fans help move the air and evaporate sweat If you begin to feel ill, go into a cool area to recuperate –Continuing to work with a developing heat disorder can lead to a serious medical emergency –Stop working and notify your supervisor if you feel nauseated, light-headed, dizzy, excessively weak, or have similar symptoms. –Seek a cool place to lie down and rest.
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Record of Attendance Date:____________Topic: Controlling Heat StressInstructor:__________________ Attendees Print NameSignaturePrint NameSignature 110 211 312 413 514 615 916 817 918
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