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Heat Stress Heat stroke-Heat Exhaustion-Heat cramps Protecting workers from the effects of heat At times, workers may be required to work in hot environments for long periods. when the human bodys unable to maintain a normal temperature, eat related illneses can occur and may result in death. theis fat sheet provdies information to employers on measures theu should take to prevent workers illnesses and death caused by heat stress Factores that may cause heat related illness High temperatur and humidity Low fluid consumption Direct sun exposure(with no shade) or extreme heat limited air movement (no breeze or wind) Physical exertion Use of bulky protective clothing annd equipment poor physical condition ot ongoing health problems some medications pregnancy lack of previous exposure to hot workplace previous heatt-realted illness Heat problems caused by hot work environments Heat stroke Is the most eserious hat -related health problem. heat stroke occurs whn the bodys temperature regulating system fails and bosy temperature rases tp critical level(greater than104F) this is a medical emergency tat may result in death Heat exhaustion i sthe next most serious heat-related health problem, the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion area heaches, nauses, dizziness, weakeness, irriability, confusion, thirst, heavy sweating and body temperature greather than100.4F Heat Cramps Are muscle pains usually caused by physical labor in a hot work heat cramps are caused by the loss of body salts and fluid during sweating. work in heat cramps-every15-20 minit(Carbohydrate-electrolyte) Heat rush Is the most common problem in hot work enviornments. heat rash is caused by sweating and looks like a red cluster of pimples or small blisters heat rash usually appears on the neck,upper cheast, in the groin, under the breasts ans in elbow creases, the best treatment for heat rash is to provide a cooler. Enginnering controls to prevent heat -related health effects.
To preserve anyone secure from heat-related problems like warmth stroke or exhaustion, employers have to take steps like making sure parents stay hydrated and have shaded spots to rest. It's about worrying for employees' well-being by means of imparting breaks in cool regions and providing lightweight apparel options. Educating them approximately warmness pressure signs and symptoms and having first aid ready are crucial steps too. It's all about searching out for each other's health and protection.
Heat Treratment is an Industrial Process, directly linked with the manufacturing cum production cycle. As this invloves the working exposure at elevated temperature, so simultaneous heat illness and othe human factors may occur. Best prevnetion is the maximum use of water and safety wears.
