Heat Stress Symptoms
Early sign of heat exhaustion?
Dizziness/sweating
Best fluid for hot work?
Water
Best clothing?
Light, breathable
First step for heat exhaustion?
Shade & water
Coworker dizzy, what do you do?
Shade, water, report
Symptoms of heat stroke?
Confusion, no sweating, high temp
How often to drink water?
Every 15–20 minutes
Why rest in shade?
Cool down body
First step for heat stroke?
Call 911 & cool immediately
Someone passes out in heat, what’s first action?
Call 911 & cool
True/False – Fatigue is a heat stress symptom.
True
Why avoid caffeine & alcohol?
Dehydrate
Purpose of acclimatization?
Body adjusts to heat
Cooling methods?
Wet cloths, misting, fans
Heat cramps while lifting?
Rest & hydrate
(Daily Double): How does heat cramp appear?
Painful muscle spasms
How to tell if hydrated?
Light yellow urine
Why rotate tasks?
Reduce heat exposure
Why never ignore symptoms?
Can become severe quickly
PPE causes heat?
Adjust schedule, monitor
Why monitor coworkers?
Spot early signs of illness
(Daily Double): What’s electrolyte replacement?
Sports drinks / supplements
Why buddy system?
Monitor each other for symptoms
(Daily Double): What’s recovery after heat illness?
Rest, hydrate, medical clearance
Why report incidents?
Prevent recurrence