Heat Safety
What is the easiest way to prevent overheating?
Stay inside!
You should always wear _________ to protect your skin when you go out in the sun.
Sunscreen
It is recommended to apply sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher about 30 minutes before going out in the sun.
Use this item to remove a tick from your skin
Fine point tweezers
Is it safe for someone to drive or walk over a power line that is down?
No! Avoid any power lines that have fallen
WHat are symptoms of heat exhaustion (when you are getting too hot and need to cooldown soon)
Sweating, increased heart rate, skin looking flushed
On a hot day, you should stay hydrated by drinking ____________?
water
tip: it is better to drink room temperature water than really cold water, which can cause stomach cramps
What item can you wear to protect your eyes from the sun?
Sunglasses
How do you administer CPR?
The American Red Cross CPR guidelines recommend 100 to 120 chest compressions per minute, 30 at a time. Remember these five points:
Give 2 breaths and repeat
True or False? If you can hear lightning, the storm is close enough to you to be considered dangerous.
True! As long as you can hear thunder, lightning is nearby.
What are the symptoms of heat stroke (when a person has passed "being hot" and is officially "overheating" and should cooldown immediately)?
sweating stops, skin is red & hot, dizziness, confusion, nausea
True or False? On a hot day, it is good to eat hot and heavy meals.
False!
Hot and heavy meals will make your body temperature go higher. On hot days you want to stick to lighter meals that include fruits and vegetables.
How often should you reapply sunscreen?
About every 90 minutes or after going into water!
What would you recommend a worker to do when suffering from heat cramps?
Loosen clothing and drink cool, lightly-salted water or a commercial fluid replacement beverage.
Name something that you can do to prepare in case your power goes out during a storm.
Charge your electronics, put new batteries in your flashlights, make sure you have water bottles available, etc.
How can you replace the electrolytes that are lost in sweat? aka rehydrate
Sports drinks can replace some of the salts and minerals that are lost through sweat and help you to rehydrate
During days that are extra hot, should you exercise more or less than usual?
Less! Exercising can increase your risk of overheating.
The sun's rays are strongest between _______am and _____pm, and it is recommended to limit sun exposure during these times.
11am and 1pm
What do you do to help someone drowing?
Call for help (911 or lifeguards), assess the situation, and begin CPR or rescue breaths if necessary. Prioritize rescue breaths if available, and avoid only chest compressions.
How can you tell if the current is strong?
To identify strong currents, look for visual signs like churning, choppy water, a break in the incoming wave pattern, and debris moving away from the shore. Also, check for changes in water color and note the presence of rip current warning signs, which can indicate a strong current.
Should you wait until you are thirsty to start drinking water?
No! in extreme heat, you should drink water whether you feel thirsty or not.
If you are out in the heat, should you wear clothing that is dark and tight-fitting, or bright-colored and loose-fitting?
bright and loose-fitting
True or False? When you spend long periods of time outside, you should seek shade as often as possible to avoid skin damage.
True!
What should you do if a person faints?
1. Move the person to shaded/cool area or try to cool the person down to decrease body temperature
2. If possible, elevate legs to promote blood returning to the heart
3. Notify MOD
4. If the person is unconscious, call 911
5. Monitor vital signs
How can you escape a rip?
If you're a good swimmer, swim parallel to the shore until you are out of the rip, then swim diagonally back to shore. If you can't swim, float or calmly tread water, and wave for help.
Who is at a higher risk of overheating?
Children, Older adults, pets, people who work outside all day or exercise often, some people with medical conditions, etc.