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Heat Related Illness

Working in a hot environment can lead to heat-related illnesses, but they are preventable if you recognize the symptoms and act accordingly. Heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke are all warning signs to watch for, and staying hydrated and taking regular breaks can help prevent them. If symptoms worsen, seek medical help immediately. Be mindful of factors like the intensity of work, clothing, age, and humidity levels, as they can all contribute to heat-related illnesses. Stay informed, stay safe, and remember to prioritize your well-being in hot conditions.

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Heat Related Illness

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  1. Heat Related Illness Be aware of the symptoms

  2. Too much heat… When a person works in a hot environment, the body tries to rid its self of excess heat by sweating. This enables the body to maintain a stable internal temperature. Heat related illness occurs when the body cannot cool it’s self down properly and begins to fall into different stages of heat illness. Heat Related Illness

  3. Risk Levels Heat Related Illness

  4. Heat related illness: • Happens when the body is not able to cool itself and the body begins to overheat internally. • It doesn’t necessarily have to happen when outdoors – you can be in a hot indoor environment and experience the same problems. • Is preventable when you watch for the signs and plan work accordingly. • Can cause injury, disability or death. Heat Related Illness

  5. Types and warning signals • Heat Rash – skin rash under clothing. • Heat Cramps – large muscle cramps legs/arms. • Heat Fainting – not acclimated to temperatures, paleness, dizziness. • Heat Exhaustion – light headed, nausea, heavy sweating, tiredness. • Heat Stroke – elevated body temp, stop sweating, mental confusion, headache, rapid pulse, unresponsive. Heat Related Illness

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  7. Other factors to consider • What kind of and how hard are you working? • Are you taking any medications? • Types of clothing and personal protective gear. • Your age. • Heat can build up quickly in enclosed areas such as your car and some buildings. • Also factor in the humidity as well as the temperature. The combination of high levels of heat and humidity actually creates a higher ambient temperature or heat factor. Heat Related Illness

  8. First Aid • Dial down the activities you do during hot days. • Stay hydrated with water or sport drinks (with electrolytes are even better). Have fluids at regular intervals; 1 cup every 15 minutes or 1 quart every hour. • If you see or sense symptoms, take breaks in the shade, more fluids. • Remove excess clothing (PPE) when not needed. • Try to cool down the person as quickly as possible. Misting with water and providing a breeze will be very effective. • If condition appears to get worse, call 911 and if available start applying icepacks to forehead, armpits, neck, groin areas. Heat Related Illness

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  11. Thank you for your time and if you have additional questions please contact Safety at Retail Association Services; 360.943.9198 Or safety@waretailservices.com Heat Related Illness

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