Know the Warning Signs

Signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion may develop suddenly or over time, especially with prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures. Contact your doctor if your signs or symptoms worsen or if they don't improve within one hour. If you are with someone showing signs of heat exhaustion, seek immediate medical attention if he or she becomes confused or agitated, loses consciousness, or is unable to drink. For more information, please visit osha.gov/heat

Headache, dizziness, or fainting

Weakness and wet skin

Irritability

Passing out / collapsing

Confusion, inability to think clearly

Person may stop sweating

Thirst, nausea, or vomiting

As temperatures rise, so do the risks of heat-related illness. Caused by4 extreme exposure to hot environments, heat stress can lead to heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps, and heat rash. The summer months are naturally a high-risk time of year, especially with elevated humidity; and strenuous physical activity near radiant heat sources, in stuffy & heated interior environments, or around heated objects also poses elevated risks for heat stress. Cooling products like towels, light vests, tents for shade, and even hard hats can help reduce the risk.

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