Avoid the Dangers of Summer Heat
Follow the prevention tips and learning the signs of heat stress.
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, regardless of age or physical condition. Heat related illnesses include heat rash, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke.
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