Life-saving tips to help… BEAT THE HEAT! Life-saving tips to help… BEAT THE HEAT!

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Life-saving tips to help… BEAT THE HEAT! Life-saving tips to help… BEAT THE HEAT!

SUNBURN Dealing with Heat Stress Heat stress can be more than a minor inconvenience for those who work in extremely warm conditions. Knowing how to prevent, identify and treat its symptoms can literally save lives. Symptoms Red, painful skin (first degree burns) Blistering and/or peeling (second degree burns) Treatment Skin lotions Topical anesthetics Prevention Limit sun exposure on bare skin

HEAT RASH & CRAMPS Symptoms Red rash and itching Hot, moist skin Normal to slightly high body temperature Treatment Ointment Prevention Keep skin dry and clean Loosen clothing Drink lightly salted liquids (.1% saline) Seek medical aid if cramps persist Dealing with Heat Stress

HEAT EXHAUSTION First Aid Treatment Loosen or remove clothing and boots Cool the victim as fast as possible Call 911 if victim becomes faint or is unconscious Symptoms Heavy sweating Intense thirst from dehydration Fatigue, weakness or loss of coordination Tingling in hands and feet or headache Dealing with Heat Stress

HEAT STROKE Early Symptoms High body temperature Hot, red or flushed, dry skin Headache or dizziness Confusion or delirium Advanced Symptoms Seizure or convulsions Loss of consciousness No detectable pulse Call 911 at the first sign of the above symptoms! Dealing with Heat Stress

HEAT STROKE Treatment Lower the victim’s body temperature as fast as possible Don’t give liquids to unconscious victims Other tips for controlling heat stress Allow your body to become acclimatized to your surroundings Follow scheduled work/rest cycles to avoid overexertion Drink 5-7 ounces of cool water every 15 minutes Consume a light, cool lunch instead of hot, heavy meals Dealing with Heat Stress

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