Safe Work Reminders as Extreme Heat Continues

July 25, 2022
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Extreme heat can be fatal. During this time of ongoing extreme heat, revisit these tips to avoid heat-related illness while working on campus and at home.

Get Acclimatized:

  • If new to a job or returning to work after a long absence, take time to acclimatize.
  • Start with a light workload and gradually increase working time and effort over one to two weeks.
  • New workers need more time to acclimatize to hot temperatures than returning workers.
  • Pay close attention to how you feel.
  • Additional resource: NIOSH Acclimatization Fact Sheet.

Stay Cool:

  • Take breaks in cool areas out of the sun.
  • Shorten work times and increase rest times. Additional resource: NIOSH Work/Rest Schedules Fact Sheet.
  • Schedule outdoor work and activities for early mornings or late evenings.
  • Wear light-colored, loose-fitting, quick-drying clothes.
  • Wear sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat.

Stay Hydrated:

  • Drink water before and after work.
  • Drink 1 cup of water every 15 to 20 minutes during work activity. Don't wait until you are thirsty.
  • Eat small meals throughout the day for salt, electrolytes and essential minerals.
  • Drink sports drinks in moderation.
  • Avoid alcohol, caffeine and sugary drinks.
  • Do not drink more than 48 oz. (1½ quarts) per hour.
  • Additional resource: NIOSH Hydration Fact Sheet.

Stay Informed:

Stay Together:

  • Don't work alone; use the buddy system.
  • Check in regularly with the person(s) you are working with.
  • Pay extra attention to new workers and those at higher risk.

For more information, consult the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Heat Stress Website.

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Contacts

Danielle Best, campus safety officer
Environmental Health and Safety
479-575-2909, dbest@uark.edu

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