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V <br /> Page 7 of 23 Standard Operating Procedures <br /> Health and Safety Plans <br /> 6.0 HAZARD ASSESSMENT <br /> In addition to the chemical hazards already noted, work at this jobsite may present hazards such <br /> as <br /> • Heat Stress - Heat stress is possible due to working in protective clothing and gloves. <br /> • Noise - Noise heard from heavy machinery on-site <br /> • General Physical Hazards <br /> 6.1 Heat Stress <br /> Heat stress is a significant potential hazard and can be associated with heavy physical activity <br /> andlor the use of personal protective equipment in hot weather environments <br /> Heat cramps are brought on by prolonged exposure to heat As an individual sweats, water and <br /> salts are lost by the body resulting in painful muscle cramps The signs and symptoms of heat <br /> cramps are as follows• <br /> • severe muscle cramps, usually in the legs and abdomen, <br /> • exhaustion, often to the point of collapse; and <br /> • dizziness or periods of faintness. <br /> First aid treatment includes shade, rest and fluid replacement. Normally, the individual should <br /> recover within one-half hour. If the individual is not better within 30 minutes and the <br /> temperature has not decreased, the individual should be transported to a hospital for medical <br /> attention <br /> Heat exhaustion may occur in a healthy individual who has been exposed to excessive heat while <br /> working or exercising. The circulatory system of the individual fails as blood collects near the <br /> skin in an effort to nd the body of excess heat The signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion are <br /> as follows. <br /> • rapid and shallow breathing; <br /> • weak pulse, <br /> • cold and clammy skin with heavy perspiration, <br /> • skin appears pale, <br /> Is <br /> ROUX ASSOCIATES HASP 4193 3425 Tracy Boulevard <br /> Tracy,Califor►ua <br />