Heat Stress and Working Safely in Hot Conditions
Learning objectives
- Recognize the conditions that lead to heat stress and heat stroke and the symptoms.
- Identify potential hazards associated with hot working conditions (outdoors or indoors), including the importance of temperature monitoring and using appropriate PPE.
- Apply appropriate prevention measures to reduce the risk of heat-related illnesses, including hydration, rest, and acclimatization.
- Demonstrate the proper response to heat stress and heat stroke.
- Follow safety protocols to protect themselves and coworkers in hot environments, including emergency procedures for heat-related incidents.
- Understand employer responsibilities, including training, monitoring physical condition, scheduling work in cooler times, providing water, and ensuring breaks and acclimatization.
Course overview
Working in hot environments - indoors or out - can lead to serious health risks if not managed properly. This course explores how heat affects the body, how to recognize signs of heat-related illness, and what steps both workers and employers can take to stay safe.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
- 10 minutes
- Format: Video
- Tier: 2
- Course ID: 7692
English
Course Outline
- Protecting Against Heat Stress
- Responding to Heat Stress
- Employer Responsibilities
Regulations
- National Safety Council publication – First Aid and CPR
- California Department of Industrial Relations, Heat Illness Prevention, 2021