Heat stress
Too hot!
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.