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National Safety Month Tip #2

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Many people work outdoors in the Summer heat, including our essential environmental services workers. In addition to summer uniforms, provided to many Meridian Waste workers already in 2020, here are a few tips to keep cool and safe.

Heatsafety

At times, workers may be required to work in hot environments for long periods. When the human body is unable to maintain a normal temperature, heat illnesses can occur. It is also important to consider that hot work environments may exist indoors. This fact sheet provides information to employers on measures they should take to prevent worker illnesses and death caused by heat stress.

Water.Rest.Shade

Ensure that cool drinking water is available and easily accessible. (Note: Certain beverages, such as caffeine and alcohol can lead to dehydration.) Encourage workers to drink a liter of water over one hour, which is about one cup every fifteen minutes. Provide or ensure that fully shaded or air-conditioned areas are available for resting and cooling down.

READ MORE from OSHA here: https://www.osha.gov/heat/

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