Preventing Heat Stress Training
Safe Work Practice
If proper precautions and protective measures aren't taken, excessive heat and humidity, combined with physical activity, can quickly lead to serious injuries and illnesses. And if the warning signs are ignored death is likely to follow.
In the work place the dangers of high temperatures are compounded by manufacturing processes that generate heat, increase the humidity, or require strenuous physical activity.
This online training program covers:
- How the body copes with high temperature conditions
- How to assess the hazards of heat
- The different types and severity of heat stress, and
- How to prevent or reduce heat related injuries.
Also emphasized is the importance of gradually acclimating to a hot environment, drinking plenty of fluids, and protecting yourself from both overexposure and overexertion.
In addition, this training will help to reinforce what the student already knows about coping with heat stress, and clear up some common misconceptions related to high heat and humidity.
Anyone working, playing or living in a hot climate will find this course essential to their well-being.
Upon successful completion of our Preventing Heat Stress course each student will have access to a printable certificate and wallet card.
