OSHA has partnered up with the National Weather Service. What does this mean for contractors? It means that there are new and improved safety regulations to protect your workers from heat-related accidents. One of your main goals is to maintain an accident-free work environment, and so often the summer weather flies under the safety radar. According to the latest OSHA report: “Most of the people who die from heatstroke at work were in their first few days on the job, or were working during a heat wave. It takes time for the body to adapt to working in a new temperature and conditions, even if he or she has done similar work in the past. Just one week away from working in the heat can put workers at a higher risk upon the return of hotter and/or more humid weather.”In order to do everything you can to help make your contracting business a success, here’s what you need to know about heat-related concerns while your workers are on the job.
Stay Cool, Stay Hyrdated.
Look For Signs of….
Dizziness
Headache
Reddened Skin
Nausea
Extreme fatigue
If you see these symptoms in your workers, you should immediately seek out three things: water, rest, and shade. It’s simple, and it can be the difference between life and death. If conditions do not improve after a half-hour to an hour, get your guy to the nearest medical facility ASAP.
