Preventing Heat Stress this Summer
Summer is rapidly approaching and we’ve already felt some of the heat so far this spring. During the warmer months there are new hazards in the workplace that we must be aware of. This weather seems nice but brings new heat-related dangers for workers, the biggest of which is Heat Stress.
Occupational Heat Exposure
Individuals working in hot indoor or outdoor environments are at risk of heat-related illnesses during hot weather. Thousands of workers become sick (some even die) from heat exposure each year. THIS IS ENTIRELY PREVENTABLE!
