Heat Stress Refresher

SAFETY ACTIVITY: Review your Written heat-related illness program, especially now as the weather heats up.

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 “Heat Related Illness” Video at:  Heat: A Dangerous Combination

REFERENCE: WAC 296-62-09560

FREQUENCY: HEAT STRESS PREVENTION TRAINING - Initial and annual

NOTE: Take up to an hour for this training!

SAFETY MEETING QUESTION (answer required as attendance at this Safety Meeting): If you haven’t worked in high temperatures recently, how long does it take for your body to adjust to the heat?

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