Heat Related Stress Awareness Month

SAFETY ACTIVITY: Review your Written heat related illness program. 

SUPERVISORS: May 1st — September 30th each year, our company institutes this heat-stress plan at these outdoor temperature action levels:

52˚ - Nonbreathing clothes including vapor barrier clothing or PPE such as chemical resistant suits.

77˚- When wearing double layer clothing- including jackets, sweatshirts and coveralls.

89˚- For all other clothing.

LOOK FOR THE SIGNS OF HEAT RELATED ILLNESS WHILE WORKING IN THESE CONDITIONS. DRINK LOTS OF WATER. ACCLIMATE TO HOT CONDITIONS.

Watch this safety video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWoux3EVDrc

REFERENCE: WAC 296-62-09560

FREQUENCY: HEAT STRESS PREVENTION TRAINING - Initial and annual

SAFETY MEETING QUESTION (answer required as attendance at this Safety Meeting): How much water should active construction workers consume to avoid heat stress?

Text this answer to your supervisor if participating in text safety meetings.