Causes
The harder you work, the more ___ your body produces.
What is heat?
True or false: Individuals with pre-existing health conditions or who older in age, tend to be more prone to heat stress.
What is true?
You do this IMMEDIATELY when a co-worker is experiencing heat stroke.
CALL 911!
Someone started overheating while wearing a layered sweatsuit at work in 80 degree weather. You should...
What is loosen/remove extra clothing?
The best type of clothing to wear whilst working in a hot & humid environment.
What is loose clothing?
Not drinking enough water or electrolytes during your shift...
What is dehydration?
Certain _____ & recent alcohol or drug use can interfere with the body's natural temp. regulation.
What is medication?
An itchy, red skin irritation caused by excessive sweating and clogged pores.
What is heat rash?
When a co-worker is experiencing heat exhaustion, they should be taken here:
What is a cooler place/air conditioned area?
It is best to do this when working around co-workers in hot temperatures. Doing this keeps each other aware that they are feeling okay.
What is checking in/looking out for each other?
It is best to avoid this type of clothing while working under high heat conditions.
What is heavy, tight or multi-layered clothing?
When someone who is not normally active out side of work, their physical activity levels are ____.
What is low?
Painful, involuntary muscle spasms, usually in the legs, arms, or trunk, caused by the loss of salt and fluids.
What is heat cramps?
True or false: If a co-worker is experiencing a heat related illness, it is best to leave them where they are until help comes.
What is false?
Hydration starts....
What is the day before?
When the heat index in the building is high, the ____ & ____ must be high.
What is temperature & humidity?
A person who has experienced a heat related illness in the past is ____ risk for another heat illness.
What is high?
The body's response to an excessive loss of water and salt from heavy sweating. Symptoms: Headache, nausea, dizziness, weakness, and heavy sweating.
What is heat exhaustion?
If an employee is starting to feel fatigued, they should...
What is take a rest break?
When our heat index is in the "Danger" zone, we must take 15-minute breaks every ____ minutes.
What is 90?
When an individual is new to a high heat working environment, they must go through this process.
What is acclimatization?
Due to the heat expelled by the plant (boiler, steam, etc.), it becomes very hot inside. We use this method to produce airflow throughout the plant.
What is ventilation?
The most severe and life-threatening condition. The body loses its ability to regulate its temperature, causing it to spike rapidly.
What is heat stroke?
3 ways you can help cool someone down...
1. Apply cool compress/ice pack
2. Give them cool water to drink
3. Take them to a cool/shaded area (if possible)
The amount of water you should consume every 15-20 minutes.
What is 1 cup?