April 2020

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WATER. REST. SHADE. The work can’t get done without them. conditions for employees to rest during breaks. ■ Provide personal protective equipment, such as water-cooled and air-cooled garments.

OSHA Requirements ■ Have adequate supply of potable water. ■ Water containers shall be closed with a tap.

■ Make provisions for adequate hydration. Four to six liters of water are generally required each day to avoid dehydration. Supplement your water intake with an electrolyte solution to replace salt and potassium lost by sweating. Do not wait until you are thirsty before you drink. ■ Implement heat acclimatization plans to help new workers safely adjust to hot conditions. ■ Regularly monitor both the environmental heat load and employees’ metabolic heat loads during hot conditions.

■ Water containers shall be clearly marked. ■ Common drinking cups are prohibited; single use cups are required and must be kept in a sanitary container. ■ Cup disposal receptacle shall be placed near water containers. Every year, thousands of workers become sick from heat exposure on the job. Heat illnesses are preventable. Following the items outlined in this article can help prevent a tragedy.

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■ Notify employees of heat stress hazards. ■ Institute a “heat-alert” plan outlining procedures to follow when heat waves are forecasted. ■ Train all workers on heat stress risks and preventive measures.

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