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1 . • <br /> HEAT STRESS MONITORING AND CONTROL <br /> SIGNS, SYMPTOMS AND FIRST AID <br /> ' Heat rash (prickly heat) may result from continuous exposure to heat or humid air. It appears <br /> as red papules (elevated skin lesion), usually in areas where the clothing is restrictive, <br /> ' and gives rise to a prickly sensation, particularly as sweating increases. It occurs in skin <br /> that is persistently wetted by unevaporated sweat The papules may become infected <br /> unless treated. <br /> First Aid for Heat Rash - to prevent heat rash: shower after work, dry off thoroughly, and put <br /> on clean, dry underwear and clothes. Tryto stay in a cool place after work. If, in spite <br /> of this, you develop heat rash, see your physician. <br /> Heat CEamps are caused by heavy sweating with inadequate electrolyte replacement. Signs <br /> and symptoms include. <br /> • muscle spasms <br /> • pain in the hands, feet and abdomen <br /> ' First Aid for Heat Cramps- leave the work area, and rest in a cool, shaded place. Drink one or <br /> two glasses of electrolyte replacement drink, and try to gently massage the cramped <br /> muscle. Once the spasms disappear, you may return to work; taking adequate breaks <br /> and drinking electrolyte replacement drink should prevent the cramps from returning <br /> Heat gxhaustion occurs from increased stress on various body organs including inadequate <br /> blood circulation due to cardiovascular insufficiency or dehydration Signs and <br /> symptoms include <br /> i • pale, cool, moist skin <br /> • heavy sweating <br /> • dizziness <br />' nausea <br /> • fainting <br />' The key here is that the victim is still sweating, so the cooling system is still working, <br /> it's just under severe stress The body core temperature should still be near normal It <br /> is important to recognize and treat these symptoms as soon as possible, as the <br />' transition from heat exhaustion to the very hazardous heat stroke can be quite rapid <br /> First Aid for Heat Exhaustion - leave the work area immediately, go through decors and remove <br /> all chemical protective clothing Rest in a cool, shaded place and open your clothing to <br /> allow air circulation, lay flat except when taking fluids Drink plenty of cooled <br /> electrolyte replacement drinks Your work is over for the day, do not attempt to return <br />' Medical assistance should be summoned <br />