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SITE-SPECIFIC HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN FOR WELL INSTALLATIONS Other Site Hazards May 4, 2017 Heat Exhaustion What are the symptoms? HEADACHES; DIZZINESS OR LIGHTHEADEDNESS: WEAKNESS; MOOD CHANGES SUCH AS IRRITABILITY CONFUSION. OR THE INABILITY TO THINK STRAIGHT: UPSET STOMACH: VOMITING; DECREASED OR DARK- COLORED URINE: FAINTING OR PASSING OUT: AND PALE. CLAMMY SKIN What should you do? Act immediately If not treated, heat exhaustion may advance to heat stroke or death. Move the victim to a cool, shaded area to rest. Don't leave the person alone. If symptoms include dizziness or lightheadedness, lay the victim on his or her back and raise the legs 6 to 8 inches. If symptoms include nausea or upset stomach, lay the victim on his or her side. Loosen and remove any heavy clothing. Have the person drink cool water (about a cup every 15 minutes) unless sick to the stomach. Cool the person's body by fanning and spraying with a .cool mist of water or applying a wet cloth to the person's skin. Call 911 for emergency help if the person does not feel better in a few minutes. Heat Stroke—A Medical Emergency What are the symptoms? DRY. PALE SKIN WITH NO SWEATING: HOT. RED SKIN THAT LOOKS SUNBURNED: MOOD CHANGES SUCH AS IRRITABILITY. CONFUSION, OR THE INABILITY TO THINK STRAIGHT; SEIZURES OR FITS: AND UNCONCIOUSNESS WITH NO RESPONSE What should you do? Call 911 for emergency help immediately. Move the victim to a cool, shaded area. Don't leave the person alone. lay the victim on his or her back. Move any nearby objects away from the person if symptoms include seizures or fits. If symptoms include nausea or upset stomach. lay the victim on his or her side. Loosen and remove any heavy clothing. Have the person drink cool water (about a cup every 15 minutes) if alert enough to drink something, unless sick to the stomach. Cool the person's body by fanning and spraying with a cool mist of water or wiping the victim with a wet cloth or covering hint or her with a wet sheet. Place ice packs under the armpits and groin area. Heat To protect yourself from heat, perform the heaviest work at the coolest part of the day; drink plenty of cool water; wear light, loose-fitting, breathable clothing; and take frequent, short breaks in the shade. Certain medications, having a previous heat-related illness, and wearing PPE such as a respirator or protective suit can put you at increased risk. To prepare for work in extreme heat, you should: Build an emergency kit that includes plenty of potable water. Include some chemical instant cold packs to use on workers whose bodies require emergency cooling. Make a communications plan for periodic check-ins between field staff, the SHSO, and the Stantec Project Manager. Listen to local weather forecasts and stay aware of upcoming temperature changes. Know that the elderly, young, sick, or overweight are more likely to become victims of excessive heat and may need extra vigilance. Be aware that people working in urban areas may be at greater risk from the effects of a prolonged heat wave than are people in rural areas. Get trained in first aid to learn how to recognizre and treat heat-related emergencies While working in extreme heat, you should: Periodically check the radio, your smartphone, or other source for critical weather updates from the National Weather Service (NWS). Never leave a person alone in a closed vehicle. Stay in shade as much as possible and limit exposure to the sun. Eat well-balanced, light, and regular meals. Avoid using salt tablets unless directed to do so by a physician. 22