Heat-related health problems pose a significant risk in many workplaces, with statistics showing that since 1936, approximately 30,000 people have died from heat-related illnesses in the USA alone. This HSE training on “Understanding & Preventing Heat Related Health Problems” is crucial for ensuring worker safety in hot environments. By understanding how our bodies generate and dissipate heat, recognizing the signs of heat-related illnesses, and implementing preventive measures, we can significantly reduce the risk of heat-related injuries and fatalities in the workplace.
Course Topics
The course topics cover the following important aspects:
- Generation of body heat (metabolic and environmental)
- The body’s cooling system (convection, evaporation, and radiation)
- Conditions affecting the cooling system (acclimation, air temperature, air movement, humidity, and clothing)
- Heat-related health problems (heat rash, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke)
- Preventing heat-related health problems
- Suggested heat work procedures based on temperature ranges
- Hydration assessment and importance of water intake
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