Introduction to Heat Stress Safety

A variety of occupations either directly or indirectly expose workers to heat and high temperature. These exposures can take the form of high outdoor temperatures and humidity, and they can also occur in indoor occupations that involve heat radiation and direct contact with high-heat objects or machinery.

High temperatures and humidity, and low-circulation indoor locations, can present serious health risks to workers operating in those environments. Job requirements such as heavy lifting or high degrees of physical activity can increase your risk of heat stress or illness. Preparing yourself ahead of time and knowing how to respond to heat stress in the field is an important part of workplace safety.

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