Health Effects
What is the most serious heat-related illness?
Heat Stroke
How much water should you drink when working in high heat?
4 cups (or 8 cones) every hour
Who does the heat illness prevention standard apply to?
All outdoor workers in California (regardless of immigration status)
What is one way the body cools itself off?
Sweating, increasing circulation
What is heat acclimatization?
Gradually getting used to or adapting to working in high heat.
How hot does it need to be for the standard to be take effect?
80 degrees F
What are 2 symptoms of heat exhaustion?
Dizziness, headache, sweaty skin, fast heart beat, nausea (vomiting), weakness, cramps
What are 2 things you can do before you go to work in high temperatures?
Wear breathable clothing, check weather, hydrate, get a good night's sleep
How hot does it need to be for high heat precautions to take effect?
95 degrees F
What are 2 symptoms of heat stroke?
Red, hot, dry skin, high temperature, confusion, fainting, convulsions
Name a prevention method used when high heat procedures go into effect.
Observe employees for symptoms, buddy systems, effective communication systems, designate one or more employees to call for emergency services, frequent reminders to drink plenty of water, pre-shift meetings on prevention
What are the 3 main things that an employer must provide their employee with to prevent heat illnesses?
WATER. REST. SHADE.