Miami is Not the Only Place with Heat Issues

Miami
is Not the Only Place with Heat Issues

With heat waves occurring regularly in various parts
of the nation it is essential for employers to make sure outdoor workers are
protected from dangerous heat conditions.

Heat
related conditions include:

·        
Heat
stroke, most severe, occurs when the body cannot cool itself
down and the person’s body temp. rises above 104 degrees. Symptoms include: red
skin, confusion or convulsions. Heat stroke is a medical emergency and the
paramedics should be called.

·        
Heat
exhaustion is a type of heat related illness which
will leave you with a headache, nausea, dizziness and profuse sweating. Workers
should be moved to a shady or air-conditioned area, and given cool water. DO
NOT BATHE THEM IN ICE IT MAY SEND THEM INTO SHOCK!

·        
Heat
cramps are caused by loss of fluid and body salts, and can
be prevented by drinking water or sports drinks.

Employers
that have outdoor workers should:

·        
Have an indoor air conditioned room for employees
to rest in

·        
Allow employees to take frequent breaks

·        
Provide workers with water and remind
them to drink constantly

·        
Try scheduling tasks for cooler parts of
the day ie. Early morning or later at night

·        
Train workers and supervisors on
symptoms and prevention methods

Be sure to have Connecticut Insurance to protect
employees as well as employer in the event of a loss. Workers' Compensation is a
necessity when having people work for you to make sure you’re covered in the
event an employee is hurt or if you an employee needs medical attention, on the
job. CT health insurance is also imperative to provide employees with much needed medical expenses.