While most of us are still remembering the hard Winter behind us, Summer has already touched a few days here and there. MSHA has issued an alert to guard against heat illness. Along with the following statement there is a one page review of what to do to protect yourself and others.
Overexposure to heat can be a significant problem especially for miners in jobs that require heavy physical labor in hot or humid environments. Heat Stress occurs when internal body temperature is higher than 100 deg. F and significantly reduces workers’ performance and can require medical attention. This alert describes how to recognize the risk factors and the signs and symptoms of heat stress. The best solution to dehydration and heat illness is PREVENTION!
Download the alert here.