Summer is upon us and the temperature is on the rise. With the rise in temperature, Employers need
to keep that in mind with their employees especially in manufacturing, factory,
construction, firefighters etc. Workers who are exposed to extreme heat or work
in hot environments may be at risk for heat stress. Exposure to extreme heat
can result in occupational illness and injuries. Heat stress can result in heat
stroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps, or rashes.
Prevention of heat stress is important. Employers should
provide training so they understand the signs and symptoms of heat stress, how
it affects their health and safety and prevention. In temperatures as low as 80
degrees Fahrenheit, the human body compensates for heat levels in the inner
core by pumping blood to the skin for cooling. When combined with the fact that
most people start the day dehydrated, heat stress is a major contributing
factor in preventable accidents and work-related injury. If heat stress is not
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