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' <br />SfUjXCK <br />CARD" <br />Protect Yourself <br />Heat Stress <br />When the body is unable 1ocool itself <br />by g,sovora|hoat-inducnd|Unuyseysuchao <br />heat stress urheat exhaustion and the more severe <br />heat stroke can occur, and can result indeath. <br />Factors Leading tm"eat Stress <br />High temperature andhumidity; <br />limited air movement, physicalexertion; poor physical <br />condition; xunnmmedicines; and inadequate tolerance <br />for hot workplaces. <br />Symptoms mfHeat Exhaustion <br />~ <br />Headaches, dizziness, lightheadedness orfainting. <br />^ <br />Weakness and moist skin. <br />^Mood changes such osirritability nrconfusion. <br />Upset stomach or vomiting, <br />Symptoms of Heat Stroke <br />^ Dry, hot skin with no sweating. <br />^ Mental confusion orlosing consciousness, <br />^ Seizures or convulsions. <br />Preventing Heat Stress <br />^ K latrdiUnussos <br />' <br />Block out direct sun orother heat sources. <br />^Use cooling fongair-conditkoning rest regularly. <br />^Drink lots ofwater; about 1cup every 16minutes. <br />^ <br />Wear lightweight, light colored, loose -fitting clothes. <br />^ <br />Avoid alcohol, caffeinated drinks, orheavy meals. <br />What to Dm forHeat'RelaLed Illness <br />^Call 911(or local emergency number) atonce. <br />While waiting for help tmarrive: <br />^Mmve the worker toacool, shaded area. <br />' Loosen orremove heavy clothing, <br />~ Provide cool drinking water. <br />• Fan and mist the person with water. <br />For more compmWinformation: <br />Occupational <br />Safety and Health <br />OtSHAAdministratlon <br />u.y.Department n/Labor <br />m=°zo"x".nu, (800)321`usxx <br />