Safety tips for working in the heat July 19, 2019 Walter Portier commercial insurance, Georgia, Grange, insurance, insurance agent, Ocilla, The Portier Agency, weather, Worker's Compensation Safety tips for working in the heat One of the most common and severe hazards for outdoor workers is the heat. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, in 2015, heat exposure led to more than 2,800 illnesses and injuries involving days away from work. If you work outside, especially in the summer months, it’s essential that you follow safety precautions and procedures to avoid heat-related illness. Even if your job doesn’t require you to work outdoors or in a hot indoor environment, if you’re in the heat for extended periods of time working on the lawn or fixing up your house, it’s also wise to keep these safety practices in mind. 1. Stay hydrated. Always have water on hand when outdoors. When working in the heat, OSHA recommends drinking a liter of water over one hour, which equates to one cup every fifteen minutes. 2. Take frequent breaks. It’s important that you take time to rest and get out of the hot weather. Take frequent breaks either in the shade or an air conditioned indoor area. 3. Take time to acclimatize. Your body will slowly build a tolerance to working in the heat. This process is called acclimatization. For new workers, start with 20% exposure on the first day and increase by, at most, 20% every day. Also, if there’s a drastic change in temperature, all workers should start adjusting to the climate by cutting their time outside in half. Workers should then slowly increase workload over the next three days, so by day four, they are back at their regular work schedule. 4. Dress light. Depending on your outdoor work, if possible, wear lightweight and light-colored clothing. Many outdoor workers are required to wear[…] # # # Continue to read this Grange Insurance article. Don’t forget, The Portier Agency offers: homeowner/mobile home/ renter’s /automobile / motorcycle / life / commercial / crop insurance. Call or come by to get your quote! The Portier Agency, LLC 113 North Irwin Avenue Ocilla, GA 31774 229-468-3444 portieragency@windstream.net Related Posts Protecting Profits with Key Person Life Insurance Protecting Profits with Key Person Life Insurance People are the lifeblood of any business. They’re… 5 Preventable Dangers in Your Garage 5 Preventable Dangers in Your Garage You’re probably less frightened of the garage now than… Know the electrical dangers lurking in your home Know the electrical dangers lurking in your home love electricity. Without it, we wouldn't have…
Safety tips for working in the heat One of the most common and severe hazards for outdoor workers is the heat. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, in 2015, heat exposure led to more than 2,800 illnesses and injuries involving days away from work. If you work outside, especially in the summer months, it’s essential that you follow safety precautions and procedures to avoid heat-related illness. Even if your job doesn’t require you to work outdoors or in a hot indoor environment, if you’re in the heat for extended periods of time working on the lawn or fixing up your house, it’s also wise to keep these safety practices in mind. 1. Stay hydrated. Always have water on hand when outdoors. When working in the heat, OSHA recommends drinking a liter of water over one hour, which equates to one cup every fifteen minutes. 2. Take frequent breaks. It’s important that you take time to rest and get out of the hot weather. Take frequent breaks either in the shade or an air conditioned indoor area. 3. Take time to acclimatize. Your body will slowly build a tolerance to working in the heat. This process is called acclimatization. For new workers, start with 20% exposure on the first day and increase by, at most, 20% every day. Also, if there’s a drastic change in temperature, all workers should start adjusting to the climate by cutting their time outside in half. Workers should then slowly increase workload over the next three days, so by day four, they are back at their regular work schedule. 4. Dress light. Depending on your outdoor work, if possible, wear lightweight and light-colored clothing. Many outdoor workers are required to wear[…] # # # Continue to read this Grange Insurance article. Don’t forget, The Portier Agency offers: homeowner/mobile home/ renter’s /automobile / motorcycle / life / commercial / crop insurance. Call or come by to get your quote!
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