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SECTION 3 <br /> POTENTIAT, HA_7.ARDS <br /> I <br /> Adequate liquids to replace lost body fluids must be provided. <br /> A work regimen providing adequate rest periods for cooling down. <br /> Cooling vests may be worn beneath protective garments. <br /> All breaks are to be taken in a shaded rest area. <br /> Employees shall remove impermeable protective clothing during rest <br /> periods. <br /> Employees shall not be assigned other tasks during rest periods. <br /> During periods of intense activity, the site Health and Safety Supervisor will observe <br /> the workers for symptoms of heat stress, especially in areas where protective clothing <br /> are being worn. Symptoms may include fatigue; irritability; headache; faintness; <br /> weak, rapid pulse; shallow breathing; cold, clammy skin; profuse perspiration. <br /> Signs and symptoms of heat stress: <br /> Heat rash causedby heat or humid air and aggravated by chaffing <br /> clothes. Heat rash decreases a person's ability to tolerate heat as well <br /> as becoming an irritating nuisance. <br /> Heat cramps caused by excessive sweating; symptoms include muscle <br /> spasms, and pain in the hands, feet, and abdomen. <br /> Heat exhaustion caused by increased stress on various body organs <br /> due to cardiovascular insufficiency or dehydration; symptoms include <br /> shallow breathing; pale, cool, moist skin; heavy sweating; dizziness; <br /> nausea; and fainting. <br /> Heat stroke is the most serious because temperature regulation fails <br /> and the body temperature can rise to critical levels. Immediate action <br /> must be taken to cool the body before serious injury occurs; symptoms <br /> include red, hot dry skin, lack of or reduced perspiration, nausea, <br /> dizziness. <br /> Cold Stress <br />