Heat Stress
Transcript: Are heat stress related deaths totals increasing or decreasing among the united states? YES! Adjust for Radiant Heat Q&A - there are no stupid questions.... Dehydration Using a thermal hygrometer you can measure the temperature and humidity in your workplace (avoid placing in direct sunlight) Symptoms Once you have the temperature and humidity, adjust clothing accordingly What Should the Employer do About Heat Stress? QUESTION! Most serious heat related disorder Occurs when the body becomes inable to control its temperature According to the Ontario Ministry of labour The employer should: • Assess the demands of all jobs and have monitoring and control strategies in place for hot days and hot workplaces • Increase the frequency and length of rest breaks • Schedule strenuous jobs to cooler times of the day • Provide cool drinking water near workers and remind them to drink a cup about every 20 minutes, or more frequently, to stay hydrated • Caution workers to avoid direct sunlight Training Heat exhaustion If it’s possible, workers need to be able to alter their pace of work, take rest breaks, and drink in response to early symptoms (a cup of water every 20 minutes). The ideal heat stress response plan would let workers regulate their own pace by “listening” to their bodies. Heat Stress light headedness, dizziness, and fainting Symptoms Increasing Video & Questions The body redirects heat to the skin's surface Heat Syncope 5 Steps to Reduce Heat Stress Usually occurs in individuals who sweat a lot during strenuous activities Low salt levels cause painful cramps Sweating helps to cool your body down when it is overheating it is responsible for 70 to 80 % of the bodys heat regulation When you becoming dehydrated your body will not sweat and internal temperature can rise to dangerous levels Factories where ventilation is minimal underground mines Some PPE also can interfere with airflow causing heat stress such as bulletproof vests, hard hats, work gloves and safety boots muscle pain or spasms usually in the abdomen, arms, or legs Heat stress is a result of the body not being able to cool itself down when exposed to heat or during activity. Ways to Prevent Heat Stress So lets cut to the big picture here... Heat Stress Run Down! Sweat contains less salt Heat Cramps Types of Heat Stress Heat Stroke Symptoms Can Your Body Get Used to the Heat? Symptoms Measurements by themselves cannot guarantee worker protection from heat stress. It is essential that workers learn to recognize the early signs and symptoms of heat stress and know how to prevent them! The heart becomes more efficient Who –Heat stress can happen to anybody, including the young and fit What – Working or playing where it is hot can put severe stress on your body’s cooling system. When you combine fatigue, physical labour, lack of fluids in the body, or even a pre-existing medical condition with heat; it leads to a heat related illness, disability or death. When – In Ontario this occurs in the summer months, more so during the earlier parts of summer because people aren’t used to the extreme heat. thank you for your time Any Questions? rash looks like red cluster of pimples or small blisters more likely to occur on neck and upper chest a skin irritation caused by excessive sweating during hot, humid weather. Always wear light, loose clothing while working in high temperatures While wearing PPE such as gloves, hat, aprons etc, add about 2* to the humidity If completely encapsulating suits are mandatory for the job, consistently check vital signs fainting episodes or dizziness that usually occurs with prolonged standing or sudden rising from a sitting or lying position. Select a Measurement location scott Heat Stress is... Question! Training Video Part 2! Quick Video Lesson From our Redneck Friend Clothing heavy sweating, extreme weakness or fatigue clammy moist skin, muscle cramps slightly elevated skin temperature cody Radiant heating is a technology for heating indoor and outdoor areas. Heating by radiant energy is observed everyday, the warmth of the sunshine being the most commonly observed example What Causes Heat Stress?? By Scott & Cody body's response to excessive water and salt loss in the body Heat Rash What Should Your Employer Do About Heat Stress in the Workplace? Symptoms Types of Heat Stress • Assign additional workers or slow down the pace of work • Make sure everyone is properly acclimatized • Train workers to recognize the signs and symptoms of heat stress and start a buddy system since people are not likely to notice their own symptoms • Investigate any heat–related incidents • Trained First Aid providers should be available and an emergency response plan should be in place in the event of a heat related illness. • Pregnant workers and workers with a medical condition – or those taking certain medications – should discuss with their physicians about working in the heat Hot dry skin, hallcinations chills, high body temperature confusion,
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