Heat Illness in the Workplace: How You Can Control the Risk
When temperatures soar, workers face a greater risk of experiencing heat illness. This condition strikes employees in many different industries and can be fatal in the most extreme cases. To prevent the debilitating effects of heat illness, Cal/OSHA requires employers of outdoor workers to control their employees’ exposure to excessive heat.
Preventive Steps You Can Take
By following some simple guidelines, employers can better protect their employees against heat illness.
The Cal/OSHA Heat Advisory lists seven steps employers can take to reduce heat risks:
- Recognize the hazards of heat and working conditions
- Supply adequate drinking water
- Provide shaded working and rest areas
- Acclimate workers to hotter conditions
- Schedule rest breaks
- Recognize the symptoms of heat illness and get prompt medical attention
- Establish heat illness training for supervisors and employees
For your convenience, we have prepared valuable informational resources about preventing heat illness in the workplace. To read more, please refer to the following links.
State Fund Resources
State of California Resources
U.S. Government Resources
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