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Remember: Physical labor increases the heat experienced by workers. They should know that workers may experience heat stress at temperatures much lower than public heat advisories. Employers should be aware of any heat advisories from the National Weather Service. This step allows employers to determine if the work conditions are too hot. To determine workers' total heat stress, employers must assess both of the above heat sources.Įmployers should compare the total heat stress to published occupational heat guidance. Metabolic heat, generated by the body, is related to workload (physical activity).Environmental heat is produced by warm or hot surroundings.Two heat sources contribute to the risk of heat-related illness. Heat-related illness prevention starts by determining if a heat hazard is present in the workplace. You should consider the above factors when evaluating heat stress risk to workers. Common values given for categories of work are included in the table on Workload. Workload considerations are described at length in the OSHA Technical Manual.

Use of clothing or protective gear that can reduce the body’s ability to lose excess heat.

Level of physical activity, i.e., the workload leading to body heat production.

Presence of heat sources (e.g., hot tar ovens or furnaces) in the work area.

Environmental conditions (such as air temperature, humidity, sunlight, and air speed), especially on sequential days.

There are steps you can take to make your home a better place to stay during periods of extreme heat.There are many factors that have a role in creating an occupational heat stress risk to workers. Preparing for extreme heat can protect your family. During extreme heat emergencies, you can find detailed information on your local TV and radio, the National Weather Service, and NOAA. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) can issue the following heat‐related products as conditions warrant.

Cool bath, sponging or cover in a cool, wet sheet.

Seek immediate medical attention if vomiting begins.May be cool, pale, flushed or have normal body temperature.Gently stretch muscles to relieve spasms.