1. Working in the Heat
By Kory Hildebrand

2. Why is heat Hazardous to workers?
When a person works in a hot environment the body gets rid of excess heat to keep a stable internal temperature
This is done mainly by circulating blood to the skin and by sweating
However when the air temperature is close to or warmer than the body, it can be very difficult to cool oneself. In this case the body will start to store the excess heat
As it begin to store the heat you will lose concentration, become irritable or sick, may faint or at worst could die
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3. Heat Stress There are 5 main types of heat stress Heat Stroke
Heat Exhaustion
Heat Syncope
Heat Cramps
Heat Rash

4. Heat Stroke
Definition.
Symptoms..
First Aid Steps…

5. Heat Exhaustion
Definition.
Symptoms..
First Aid Steps…

6. Heat Syncope
Definition.
Symptoms..
First Aid Steps…

7. Heat Cramps
Definition.
Symptoms..
First Aid Steps…

8. Heat Rash Definition. Symptoms.. First Aid Steps…
One of the many treatment creams is seen below
Definition.
Symptoms..
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9. 10 Safety tips for working in heat
Drink cool water
Dress appropriately
Work in vented areas
Work less and rest more
Ask your fellow workers how they feel
Be aware of other hazards as well
Know the signs of heat illness and take action
Be trained in first aid
Reduce the workload for those who are more at risk
Check in with your doctor

10. Basic heat awareness chart
Less than 91°F Lower (Caution) Basic heat safety and planning
91°F to 103°F Moderate Implement precautions and heighten awareness
103°F to 115°F High Additional precautions to protect workers
Greater than 115°F Very High to Extreme Triggers even more aggressive protective measures

11. OSHA Recommendations for employers
Schedule hot jobs for cooler parts of days
Provide proper training to recognize heat symptoms
Provide plenty of rest periods
Monitor your employees

12. OSHA Recommendations for workers
Wear light and cool clothing
Gradually build up you workload
Take more breaks than usual
Drink heavily
Avoid caffeine and alcohol

13. Quick facts
You suppose to drink ounces of a cool drink every hour in hot environments
On average over a 1000 people a year die from high temperatures
Men are more susceptible to heat issues than women