SteadPoint

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Summer months increase the likelihood of heat-related stresses. OSHA recently improved the standards for addressing heat-related stresses on employees working inside or outside. Remember, not all industrial buildings have adequate heating and cooling, and not all workers outside have access to shade. In such environments, employees should not work in an area with limited exposure to other workers. Extreme measures are always appreciated during extreme conditions. Let's discuss the signs of heat stress. 1. Profuse sweating 2. Thirst is the first sign of dehydration, followed by difficulty focusing or performing various tasks. 3. Fatigue 4. Muscle Cramps 5. Overheating sensation 6. Increased heart rate 7. Loss of consciousness/fainting 8. Weakness The most severe risk is heat stroke. Remember, this is considered a medical emergency and should be treated in the same regard as someone complaining of a heart attack. 1. Body temperature of 104 degrees F or higher 2. Altered mental states such as confusion, agitation, irritability, disorientation, or delirium. 3. Altered behavior, such as slurred speech and a staggered gait. 4. Seizures or coma 5. Headache 6. Alteration in sweat leading to dry skin 7. Dizziness or lightheadedness 8. Nausea and vomiting 9. Flushed or reddened skin 10. Rapid or fast breathing and heartbeat 11. Muscle weakness or cramps What are conditions that could lead an individual to a heat-related incidence? 1. Individuals with chronic illnesses such as heart or lung disease. 2. Obesity 3. Sedentary workers that operate inside with prolonged exposure to the elements. 4. Individuals taking Vasoconstrictor medications that assist with blood pressure. 5. Individuals on Beta Blockers 6. Individuals on Diuretics 7. Individuals on Antidepressants or Antipsychotics 8. Individuals taking ADHD 9. Individuals involved in daily consumption of alcohol or drugs 10. Individuals over the age of 65 #safetyworx #beattheheat #OSHAheat #heatstress #heatstroke #heatisarisk

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