Heat Cramps
What is the earliest heat-related illness most workers experience?
Heat Cramps
Which symptom is more common with heat exhaustion: heavy sweating or no sweating?
Heavy sweating
Heat stroke is considered what type of event?
Medical emergency
A coworker develops muscle cramps while working. What is your first action?
Stop work and move them to a cooler area.
How do our bodies naturally cool themselves?
Sweating
What body part is most commonly affected by heat cramps?
Muscles (legs, arms, abdomen)
Name two symptoms of heat exhaustion.
Dizziness, weakness, nausea, headache, fatigue, pale skin, etc.
If an employee becomes confused from heat exposure, what condition should you suspect?
Heat stroke
A coworker says they feel dizzy coming out of an attic. What should you do?
Stop work, cool them down, and hydrate.
Name one cooling product we may provide this summer.
Cooling towel, neck fan, misting fan, sunscreen, cold pack, etc.
Name one thing you should drink if experiencing heat cramps.
Water or electrolytes
An employee is pale, sweaty, dizzy, and nauseous. What condition are they likely experiencing?
Heat exhaustion
What number should be called first if heat stroke is suspected?
911
A coworker begins vomiting after working in heat. What should happen?
Stop work immediately and seek medical evaluation if symptoms continue.
Where are the three best places to apply cold packs during a heat emergency?
Neck, armpits, and groin
True or False: Employees with heat cramps should continue working through them.
False
Where should an employee be moved if heat exhaustion is suspected?
Shade, AC, or a cooler environment
Name three warning signs of heat stroke.
Confusion, seizures, collapse, slurred speech, unconsciousness, strange behavior, etc.
A coworker is acting confused after working in a hot attic. What should happen next?
Call 911
Heat is responsible for more weather-related deaths than what?
Lightning, hurricanes, and tornadoes combined
Heat cramps are often the first warning sign that what could be developing?
Heat exhaustion
What should happen if heat exhaustion symptoms continue getting worse?
Seek medical attention / escalate immediately
True or False: You should wait for a supervisor before calling 911 for heat stroke.
False
A coworker collapses and is unresponsive. What should happen immediately?
Call 911 and begin cooling efforts.
What is the best way to avoid heat illness?
Hydration, breaks, cooling, shade, acclimatization, and recognizing symptoms early