covid-19 pandemic information prevention

What Workers Need to Know about Heat Stress Prevention during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Reading now: 607
www.cdc.gov

Clothing and personal protective equipment (PPE) may also trap heat, further increasing heat exposure.Workers who are exposed to extreme heat, work in hot environments, or perform physically demanding work in moderate heat environments may be at risk for heat-related illnesses and injuries.

The most severe form of heat-related illness is heat stroke, a life-threatening medical emergency that can result in death.Early signs of heat stroke may include:Late signs of heat stroke may include:In addition to training you on the signs and symptoms of heat-related illnesses, including heat stroke, your employer should provide instruction on general first aid and how to obtain prompt medical treatment for anyone who may experience a heat-related.

Read more on cdc.gov
The website covid-19.rehab is an aggregator of news from open sources. The source is indicated at the beginning and at the end of the announcement. You can send a complaint on the news if you find it unreliable.

Related News

DMCA