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- -� i.off ��d`e,F��, -•._ � ��1K s� �i,� �- �F r � v w ,rzYs3"q�`�' ni -+ ;�� <br /> r <br /> a <br /> "4y <br /> one or more of the following control measures will be used to <br /> help control heat stress: <br /> Provision for adequate liquids to replace lost body <br /> fluids will be made. Replacement fluids can be a 0. 1 <br /> percent salt water solution, commercial mixes such as <br /> Gatorade or Quick Kick, or a combination of these with <br /> fresh water. <br /> Establishment of a work regimen that will provide <br /> adequate rest periods for cooling down. <br /> All breaks are to be taken in a cool area. <br /> Employees shall be informed of the importance of <br /> adequate rest, acclimation, and proper diet in the <br /> prevention of heat stress. <br /> During periods of intense activity, the site Field Supervisor <br /> will observe the workers for symptoms of heat stress, especially <br /> in areas where protective clothing is being worn. symptoms may <br /> include fatigue; irritability; headache; faintness; weak, rapid <br /> pulse; shallow breathing; cold, clammy skin; profuse <br /> ! perspiration. Heat related problems are presented below: <br /> Heat Rash - This is caused by continual exposure to <br /> ggravated by chaffing clothes. <br /> heat and humid air, and a <br /> Heat rash decreases a person's ability to tolerate heat <br /> as well as becoming an irritating nuisance. <br /> Heat Cramps - This is caused by profuse perspiration <br /> with inadequate water intake and chemical electrolyte <br /> imbalance. This results in muscle spasm and pain in <br /> the extremities and abdomen. <br /> Heat Exhaustion -- increased stress on various organs to <br /> meet increasing demands to cool the body will result in <br /> signs and symptoms including shallow breathing; pale, <br /> 4-15 <br />