Heat stress

When the heat’s on, chances of experiencing heat stress increase. Know the different types of heat stress and how they can make you ill.

• Heat stroke occurs when the body is unable to regulate its temperature or cool down.
• Heat exhaustion is severe dehydration due to the loss of water through sweating.
• Heat syncope is fainting due to dehydration or inability to adapt to hot environments.
• Heat cramps are caused when the body sweats excessively and depletes muscles of proper nutrients.
• Heat rash is a skin irritation caused by excessive sweating.

Through training and awareness of heat stress, heat-related injuries or illnesses can be reduced.

And that’s smart safety!

For additional information or guidance, contact your safety office.