Fluid Replacement Facts
Dehydration is a loss of fluids and electrolytes – minerals such as sodium, calcium, and potassium – that the body…
Tag: Heat stress
Video: Preventing Heat-Related Illnesses
As the temperature rises this summer and we continue to perform our regular job duties, the potential for heat-related illnesses…
Photo of the day: working in heat and Humidex Rating
Whether it’s a foundry, a bustling restaurant kitchen, or outdoors in the summer months, a hot environment can overwhelm a…
Heat Stress: Working Safely in the Heat
Working in hot conditions can easily bring on heat-related illnesses if we aren’t proactive in preventing them. So it is…
How is wind chill calculated?
Q: How is wind chill calculated? A: Heat stress is a commonly recognized problem, and many employers have put protective…
How do cooling towels work?
Q: How do cooling towels work? A: Working in hot environments presents its challenges, one of which heat exhaustion and heat stroke. According to…
Work Locations That Make Hydration More Difficult and how to solve
Proper hydration is essential in any workplace, but some are more demanding than others. Those who work on construction sites,…
How does dehydration impact workplace safety?
Q:How does dehydration impact workplace safety? A:Up to 60% of the adult human body is water. Water plays a role…
E-Books:Hot Weather Survival Guide
Hot temperatures and summer recreation go hand in hand. Who doesn’t love a warm day at the beach or laying…
Severe Weather Plan guideline
Construction projects always exposed to many adverse weather condition which can affect negatively on the safety of workers and property…
OSHA NIOSH Heat Safety Tool:Safety APP.
When you're working in the heat, safety comes first. With the OSHA-NIOSH Heat Safety Tool, you have vital safety information…
The Heat Is On! 6 Tips to Beat the Summer Heat
To keep your workforce safe and productive, employers must educate employees and supervisors alike about the potential dangers of intense…
Tips to prevent heat illness -Safety Moment #5
Washington – A new video from OSHA aims to inform workers of all ages about the importance of taking precautions…