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Combating Dehydration & Heat Stress

Posted by goSafe on Mar 7, 2023 10:00:00 AM
Staying hydrated is important. Dehydration happens when your body uses or loses more fluid than it takes in. When it happens, your body starts running on empty and can't carry out its normal functions. Lost fluids must be replaced to avoid an imbalance of salts and sugar in the body, which can affect performance. Read More

Topics: Heat Stress

Heat Stress, Shade, and Bugs

Posted by goSafe on Jun 22, 2020 8:00:00 AM
Every year, dozens of workers die and thousands more become ill while working in extreme heat or humid conditions. More than 40 percent of heat-related worker deaths occur in the construction industry, but workers in every field are susceptible. There are a range of heat illnesses and they can affect anyone, ... Read More

Topics: Heat Stress, Outdoor Hazards

Heat Stress & Evaporative Cooling

Posted by goSafe on Jun 15, 2020 8:00:00 AM
Working in extreme heat is challenging. Heat creates physical and mental stresses that are absent in climate-controlled environments, and requires workers to rely on products and practices that prevent heat stress and Heat Related Illnesses (HRI’s). Practicing smart hydration and electrolyte replacement is only part ... Read More

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Heat Stress : Q&A

Posted by goSafe on Apr 16, 2019 9:02:00 AM
Questions and Answers About Common Heat Stress Illnesses and Preventative Measures Heat is a hazard, and working in extreme temperatures can lead to a variety of heat-related illnesses (HRI's). HRI's are entirely preventable, but in order to effectively mitigate the risks, it is important to be familiar with symptoms ... Read More

Topics: PPE, Heat Stress, Outdoor Hazards

Heat Stress 101

Posted by goSafe on May 2, 2018 11:17:45 AM
Questions and Answers About Common Heat Stress Illnesses and Preventative Measures Heat is a hazard, and working in extreme temperatures can lead to a variety of heat-related illnesses (HRI's). HRI's are entirely preventable, but in order to effectively mitigate the risks, it is important to be familiar with symptoms ... Read More

Topics: PPE, Heat Stress, Outdoor Hazards

Heat Stress, and the Dangers of On-The-Job Dehydration

Posted by goSafe on Apr 25, 2018 12:49:50 PM
Dizziness, Disorientation, Loss of Consciousness... Everyone knows staying hydrated is important. But not everyone really understands what's in store for them if they let dehydration take over. Fluids are essential for regulating body temperature, lubricating joints and eyes, facilitating proper digestion, and ... Read More

Topics: PPE, Heat Stress, Outdoor Hazards

How Understanding the Heat Stress Index Can Help You Prevent Heat Related Illnesses

Posted by goSafe on Jun 6, 2017 7:47:46 AM
Picture this. It’s a blistering summer afternoon in Houston, Texas. The temperature outside is upwards of 90⁰, but the humidity is making the air feel like a sauna. It’s Construction Worker Carl’s first day on the job. He’s eager to show off his twenty years of welding experience to his new coworkers. Read More

Topics: Heat Stress, Outdoor Hazards

Working in the Heat: How Tents Can Provide Relief to Construction Workers

Posted by goSafe on May 23, 2017 10:30:00 AM
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How to Beat the Heat: A Guide to Protect Workers From Heat Stress

Posted by goSafe on May 2, 2017 7:30:00 AM
South central Texas can be a hotbox any time of year, but never more so than in the summer. With the average daily temperature peaking between 91-95 degrees Fahrenheit between June and August, heat stress is a constant hazard for workers there. Read More

Topics: Heat Stress

Do Your Employees Really Need Electrolytes?

Posted by goSafe on Apr 20, 2017 7:30:00 AM
Our bodies are constantly producing heat. Whether it’s the metabolism in our bodies working to break down food or the electrical impulses firing on all cylinders with the amount of physical work we do - we’re constantly generating heat. As a result, keeping cool on hot days can prove to be a challenge. Often times, ... Read More

Topics: Heat Stress

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