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LEADER’S GUIDE 2562-LDG-E HEAT STRESS IN CONSTRUCTION ENVIRONMENTS Part of the CONSTRUCTION SAFETY KIT Series Quality Safety and Health Products, for Today...and Tomorrow 106 Capitola Drive Durham, NC 27713 (P) 919-544-6663 (F) 919-544-5800 Trainingnetwork.com
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LEADER’S GUIDE

2562-LDG-E

HEAT STRESS IN CONSTRUCTION ENVIRONMENTS

Part of the CONSTRUCTION SAFETY KIT Series

Quality Safety and Health Products, for Today...and Tomorrow

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THE CONSTRUCTION SAFETY KIT SERIES This education program is part of the Construction Safety Kit Series. The programs in this series have been created to provide building and construction employees with good, basic information on everyday safety and health topics. Many of these programs also meet employee training requirements of specific OSHA regulations. This series includes the following programs:

- Crane Safety - Eye Safety - Fall Protection - First Aid - Hand and Power Tool Safety - Hand, Wrist and Finger Safety - Heat Stress - Ladder Safety - Personal Protective Equipment - Rigging Safety - Right-To-Know/The Hazard Communications Standard - Safety Orientation - Supported Scaffolding Safety - Suspended Scaffolding Safety - The OSHA Lead Standards

The series also includes a number of programs that have been created to provide employees with condensed, refresher training on important OSHA regulatory topics, as well as meet employee retraining requirements of specific OSHA regulations:

- Personal Protective Equipment Refresher Training - Right-To-Know Refresher Training - Supported Scaffolding Safety Refresher Training - Suspended Scaffolding Safety Refresher Training - The OSHA Lead Standards Refresher Training

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Other products in the Construction Safety Kit product line include employee booklets and posters, which have been designed specifically to be used with the programs. Compliance manuals are also available for many of the OSHA regulatory topics. By combining these products you have all of the materials you need to promote and conduct a complete safety meeting (for information on these products, contact your local distributor).

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WARRANTY/DISCLAIMER "This program has been created to assist companies that are endeavoring to educate their employees regarding good safety and health practices. The information contained in this program is the information available to the producers of the program at the time of its production. All information in this program should be reviewed for accuracy and appropriateness by companies using the program to assure that it conforms to their situation and recommended procedures, as well as to any state, federal or other laws, standards and regulations governing their operations. There is no warranty, expressed or implied, that the information in this program is accurate or appropriate for any particular company's environment."

Copyright 2009, The MARCOM Group, Ltd.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION TO THE PROGRAM

- Structure and organization - Background - Objectives - Reviewing the program

2 PREPARING FOR THE PRESENTATION

- Structuring the presentation - Setting up the class and classroom

3 CONDUCTING THE SESSION

- The initial steps - Showing the program - Using the program for Tailgate Meetings and Toolbox Talks - Conducting the discussion - Concluding the presentation - Wrapping up the paperwork

4 OUTLINE OF MAJOR POINTS IN THE PROGRAM 5 ACCOMPANYING MATERIALS

- Scheduling and Attendance Form - Quiz - Training Certificate - Employee Training Log

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INTRODUCTION TO THE PROGRAM Structure and Organization Information in this program is presented in a definite order, so that employees will see the relationships between the various groups of information and can retain them more easily. The sections included in the program are:

- Situations leading to heat-related illnesses.

- Heat stress and the body's cooling system.

- Other heat-related illnesses.

- Preparing to work in hot environments.

- Treating heat-related illnesses. Each of the sections covers important information in one topic area, providing employees with the basis for understanding the basic concepts of heat stress and other heat-related illnesses. Background The body is a powerful machine, capable of performing massive amounts of work. And like any machine, when it's pushed hard, your body can produce a lot of heat. Whether you're outside under a hot sun or bundled up against the cold, you need to be careful when your body heats up. As it gets hot, your body has to work hard to prevent itself from overheating. Of course, the hotter the area where you're working, the harder it is to cool off. If your body gets too hot, it can suffer heat stress and other heat-related illnesses such as heat cramps, heat exhaustion or even heat stroke.

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Objectives To help show employees that heat-related illnesses can occur in many environments, as well as what can be done to address these situations, this education and training program is designed to present fundamental information on heat stress and similar illnesses. Upon completion of the program, employees should:

- Be able to recognize situations that can lead to heat stress and other heat-related illnesses.

- Understand the differences between heat stress, heat exhaustion

and heat stroke.

- Know how the body reacts to heat.

- Be able to recognize symptoms of heat stress, heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

- Know what steps can be taken to prevent heat stress as well as

other heat-related illnesses.

- Understand what types of basic first aid can be helpful when dealing with fellow employees who experience heat-related illnesses.

Reviewing the Program As with any educational program, the presenter should go through the entire program at least once to become familiar with the content and make sure the program is consistent with company policy and directives. An Outline of Major Program Points is included in this Leader's Guide to help with this task and for general reference. As part of this review process, you should determine how you, as the presenter, will conduct your session. The use of materials such as handouts, charts, etc., that may be available to you needs to be well thought out and integrated into the overall program presentation.

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PREPARING FOR THE PRESENTATION Structuring the Presentation In conducting this education session, you should proceed with a friendly and helpful attitude. Remember that the trainees are looking to your experience and knowledge to help them relate to the situations shown in the program. It is important to let the trainees interact with you and each other during the training session. Stimulating conversation within the group is one of the best things you, as the presenter of the program, can do to help everyone get as much as possible from the session. Be alert for comments that could help in this area in future sessions and make note of them. As the presenter, you also should:

- Keep the session related to the topic of heat stress and heat-related illnesses.

- Relate discussions to how heat stress and similar illnesses can

affect the work of class participants.

- Prevent any one person or small group of employees in the session from doing all the talking.

- Get everyone involved. Ask questions of those who don't participate

voluntarily.

- Clarify comments by relating them to the key points in the program. Use the Outline of Major Program Points section in this guide, as well as the information included in the quiz, as the basis for answering any questions. If you don't know the answer, say so. Tragic results may occur should you provide incorrect or inaccurate information. Remember, this is a positive program on heat stress and similar illnesses. Make sure your attitude and words reflect this and that the emphasis is always on providing the information needed by the attendees to improve their ability to recognize situations that can give rise to

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heat-related illnesses... and what they can do to protect themselves in these situations. Setting Up the Class and Classroom There are a number of things that must be done to set up the class as well as the classroom. If you are using the program for a Tailgate Meeting or Toolbox Talk some of these things won't apply, but many of them will. So you will still need to run through this checklist prior to your training session. They include:

- Scheduling and Notification - Use the enclosed form to schedule employees into the

session. - Make sure that the session is scheduled so that it fits

into your attendees' work day. - Send out notification of the session well in advance, to

give people enough time to incorporate it into their schedule for that day.

- If possible, post a notification on bulletin boards in the affected employees' areas.

- The Classroom

- Schedule the room well in advance. - Make sure the room can accommodate the expected

number of attendees. - Check it again on the day of the program to make sure

there is no conflict. - Make sure the room can be darkened, and won't create

a glare on the television screen. - Locate the light controls and test them. - Make sure the power for the videotape or DVD player

you are using operates separately from the room light. - See if you can control the room temperature. - Know where the closest restrooms are. - Assure that the room is free from distracting noises. - Make sure emergency exits are marked and known to

the attendees.

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- Seating - Make sure everyone can see the screen from their seat. - Make sure everyone can hear the videotape/DVD and

you (when you speak). - Check to see that seating is such that writing can be

done easily. - Make sure the seating arrangement allows eye contact

between attendees, and between you and attendees.

- Equipment and Materials - Make sure the videotape or DVD player, monitor, and all

appropriate cables and extension cords are available. - Make sure a stand or table is available and is of

appropriate height for all attendees to easily see the monitor.

- If you plan on using a chartpad, blackboard, or other writing board, make sure it is available, easy to see, and you have the proper writing implements.

- Make sure you have 6" x 8" index cards or other materials to be used as name tents for attendees.

- Make sure you have made up a sufficient number of copies of the quiz, as well as any other handouts you are using.

- Final Check

- Make sure equipment is in the room prior to the scheduled session.

- Check to see that the room is set up properly. - Check equipment prior to the presentation to assure

that it works. - Make sure extension cords, etc. are taped down, if need

be, to avoid tripping. - If you are using the videotape version of the program,

run the leader up to the point where the program begins.

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CONDUCTING THE SESSION The Initial Steps In conducting the session remember the positive nature of this presentation. Everyone is attending in order to learn more about how to avoid heat stress and as a result work more safely and productively. Initially, you need to:

- Introduce yourself as the session leader.

- State the title of the program, Heat Stress in Construction Environments and the purpose of the session (to learn about heat stress and other heat-related illnesses and how to avoid them).

- Inform the attendees when there will be breaks (if you plan them),

the location of exits and restrooms and if water, coffee, or other refreshments will be available.

- Make sure all of the attendees have signed in on your scheduling

and attendance sheet. Remember, it is very important to document peoples' attendance at the session.

Once this housekeeping is done, it is time to move to the meat of the session. First, the attendees need to be informed about the objectives of the session (this is where you can use a flip chart or board to list the objectives, which should be done prior to the class starting). This listing should be preceded with some introductory remarks. Your own words are always best, but the remarks should include information such as the following paragraphs:

"Today we are going to talk about heat stress and other heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke. When many of us hear heat stress we think that it's a problem caused by being 'out in the sun' too long."

"While heat stress can certainly be brought on by overexposure to the direct heat of the sun, even outdoors there are a number of other factors that can come into play. And if none of the things we do take

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us outdoors, that doesn't mean that we are necessarily exempt from the problems of heat stress."

"Equipment giving off excessive heat can create situations where heat stress can be a major problem. Also, working with materials that must be heated as they are used can expose us to heat levels high enough to cause our bodies problems."

"We can also encounter heat problems in places like buildings where the air circulation is not very good or working in confined spaces, such as when loading trucks or cleaning tanks. Even work areas that are normally comfortable can have a heat problem if air conditioning or ventilation systems are not functioning properly. In short, we need to remember that there are many situations that can cause heat stress and other heat-related illnesses."

"The program we are going to watch today will give us good information of types of heat-related problems that can occur in different environments. It will show us what steps can be taken to prevent heat-related illnesses as well. We will learn the differences between heat stress, heat exhaustion and heat stroke, and how to recognize situations that can lead to these conditions. Finally, the program will help us recognize symptoms of heat stress and similar illnesses and what type of basic first aid can be helpful when dealing with fellow employees who experience these conditions."

"To make this the most productive session possible, we need to look at what we want to accomplish here today (verbally reference the Objectives list from the first section of this guide, or point to the blackboard or chart where you have written them down).”

Once the objectives have been provided, you are ready to show the program. However, you do need to let the attendees know that they will be taking a quiz at the end of the session (if you are using it). It needs to be emphasized that they are not being graded, but that the quiz is being used to see if the session is effectively transmitting information to them in a way they will remember.

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Showing the Program At this point, you need to introduce the title of the program once again, Heat Stress in Construction Environments, darken the lights if necessary, and begin the showing of the program. If you are using the DVD version of the course you have several options as to how you can move through the program and what employees see. T

he DVD menu has two selection bars:

- Play. - Contact Us.

To just play the program from beginning to end, select Play. If you would like information on other programs and products that are available from Training Network you can select Contact Us for information about how to contact us. Using the Program for Tailgate Meetings and Toolbox Talks The DVD version of the program has been designed specifically to facilitate Tailgate Meetings and Toolbox Talks. The information in the DVD has been divided into 2-3 minute chapters on different issues involved with crane safety. Each chapter forms the basis for a focused 10-15 minute session on an important aspect of that topic.

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Conducting the Discussion After the program has been shown, it is time for the group discussion on the information contained in the session. Care must be taken to make sure that the discussion is kept to the general topic of heat stress and related illnesses. There re several ways to conduct this discussion. These include: a

- Calling for questions from the attendees and using these questions

as the basis for the discussion.

- Leading the discussion through the points covered in the program using statements such as:

- "One of the sections that we saw in the program was about recognizing situations that can cause heat stress. What are some situations in our work areas that could cause heat stress or similar illnesses?"

- "We saw some good information on basic first aid that can help heat stress victims. Who can review this for us?"

You should use the discussion format that you are most comfortable with. The Outline of Major Program Points section in this guide, and the questions and answers in the master copies of the quiz can be very useful as a basis for discussion. Remember, you have allocated a limited amount of time in which this discussion can take place. It is important to blend the attendees' questions and areas of obvious interest with the objective of trying to touch on each major area within the session in the discussion. By touching on each area, the attendees are much more likely to retain the information presented in the session.

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Concluding the Presentation Once discussion has concluded, whether naturally or you have had to bring the discussion to a close in order to complete the session within the time allowed, it is time to give the quiz (if you are using it). Again, remind the attendees that the quiz is only meant to help determine how effective the presentation of the information is, and that they will not be graded on it. Let them know that they have approximately five minutes to complete the quiz. At the end of the five minute period, remind the attendees to date and sign their quizzes, and then collect them. The attendees should be thanked for attending the session and reminded of any other sessions in the educational program that they may be attending. They can then be dismissed to return to their normal activities. *(An alternative to this approach is to give the quiz immediately after showing the program, then use a review of the quiz as a basis for your group discussion.) Wrapping Up the Paperwork Before much time has passed, and the subject matter is fresh in your mind, several areas of paperwork must be completed. First, check to make sure that all attendees signed the scheduling and attendance form. Next, make sure that you have a quiz from every attendee, dated and signed. Also, depending upon what you have decided to do, a copy of the attendance sheet and the quiz for each attendee should be either filed in your files, or turned over to the attendee's department manager (or the personnel office) so that this paperwork can be included in their personnel file. The attendees' training logs should also be updated, and each attendee should be given a filled out and signed training certificate, signifying that they have successfully completed the course.

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OUTLINE OF MAJOR PROGRAM POINTS The following outline summarizes the major points of information presented in the program. The outline can be used to review the program before conducting a classroom session, as well as in preparing to lead a class discussion about the program.

- The body is a powerful machine, capable of performing massive amounts of work.

— And like any machine, when it's pushed hard, your body can produce a lot of heat.

- You need to be careful whenever your body heats up, whether you're

outside under a hot sun, inside a busy factory or bundled up against the cold.

- As it gets hot, your body has to work hard to prevent itself from

overheating. — Of course, the hotter the area where you're working, the

harder it is to cool off. — If your body gets too hot it can suffer heat stress and

other heat-related illnesses such as heat cramps, heat exhaustion or even heat stroke.

- These conditions occur when high body temperatures break down

your body's ability to function normally.

- To fight off heat stress your body tries to keep your temperature at a cool 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit.

— When it heats up, the first thing your body does is to send more blood toward the skin's surface.

— This helps the blood to release heat and cool you off.

- Think of it this way. For cooling purposes your blood works just like the radiator fluid in your car.

— It comes out of the engine hot, gets cooled, and then recirculates to cool the engine down some more.

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- If the increased blood flow doesn't cool you down, then your sweat glands go to work, releasing heat in the form of warm water.

— As the sweat evaporates from your skin that removes heat as well, lowering your body temperature and making you more comfortable.

- The problem is that maintaining your temperature by sweating

depletes the body's valuable supply of fluids and minerals. This can be dangerous.

— Your body will begin to malfunction if it can't replace these materials.

— So it's important to maintain proper fluid levels throughout the day, because when you sweat a lot your body can lose up to one quart of water an hour.

- In high heat areas your natural thirst alone won't be enough to protect

you from dehydration. — So maintaining the proper fluid levels requires a

conscious effort. — In fact, when you are sweating you should replace the

fluid you lose with five to seven ounces of liquid every fifteen or twenty minutes.

- But just replacing fluids isn't enough. It's also important to replace the

minerals you lose when you sweat. — This is where electrolyte drinks come in. — They're scientifically designed to replace both the fluids

and vital minerals that your body needs to keep going. — They also give your muscles an energy boost, since they

contain easily digestible sugars.

- You should avoid alcoholic beverages during the work day and after heavy exertion.

— While it is a fluid, alcohol accelerates water loss, which just compounds the problem.

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- Some medicines can also accelerate fluid loss, or can have other adverse effects when you're heated up.

— If you're taking any medication it's a good idea to ask your doctor whether working in high heat areas could be detrimental.

- It's also important to eat intelligently when you're in a high heat

environment. — Hot, heavy meals add heat to your body, and divert blood

to your digestive system that would otherwise be helping to cool you off.

— So you should make sure to eat light, cool meals when you're working up a sweat.

- Heat stress itself can cause significant problems, but there are other

heat-related illnesses that are even more serious. — Heat cramps can be extremely painful and can prevent

you from making even basic movements. — They can develop when you sweat a lot and don't replace

the minerals you lose through your sweating.

- While heat cramps affect the muscles you use while you work, they usually don't occur unless you're on a break or until after you've stopped working.

— If you get heat cramps, you should rest your body and drink plenty of electrolyte beverages.

- Another heat-related illness you need to watch out for is heat

exhaustion. — It occurs when you suffer from the symptoms of heat

stress for three days or more and are unable to re-establish your body's normal fluid and mineral levels.

— At this point your body can no longer compensate for the depletion of these materials that heat stress causes.

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- Symptoms of heat exhaustion include: — Intense thirst and dehydration. — Fatigue. — Weakness. — Hyperventilation. — A loss of muscle coordination. — Feelings of anger and anxiety. — Impaired judgment.

- If you find yourself suffering from heat exhaustion you need to get

plenty of rest, and work to replace the fluids and minerals that you've lost through sweating.

— If you don't begin to feel better within a day or so, see your doctor.

- Workers unaccustomed to activity in hot or humid environments also

face an increased risk of fainting, which can lead to a fall or the loss of control of a tool or equipment, and result in a serious accident.

— If you begin to feel dizzy or lightheaded, take a break. — A rapid heart rate and moist skin can also be warning

signs.

- If steps aren't taken to relieve the symptoms of heat stress, heat cramps or heat exhaustion, there's a danger of going into heat stroke, the most serious heat-related illness.

— Heat stroke occurs when the body can no longer cool itself at all.

— This is extremely dangerous.

- During heat stroke the body's temperature can get so high that you can sustain brain damage or even die if you don't get cooled down quickly. Symptoms of heat stroke include:

— Hot, flushed skin. — Dilated pupils. — An extremely high body temperature.

- If someone appears to be suffering from heat stroke, their body

temperature needs to be brought down immediately!

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- While you often can't control how hot your work environment is, there are things that you can do to prepare for it.

- First, it's important to keep yourself in good shape.

— As with any activity, when you're working in the heat your body and its muscles perform better when they're in good condition.

— Also, if you're overweight it forces your body's cooling system to work harder just to cool you off.

— People in good shape can acclimatize to high heat areas more quickly as well, because their cardiovascular systems respond better to exertion.

- Choosing the right clothes can also help you keep cool, and allow you

to work more comfortably and more productively in hot environments. — Loose, lightweight clothing made of cotton or cotton

blends lets the air circulate around you, and can wick off much of your sweat.

— This makes it easier to get rid of excess heat.

- Color is important too. — You should avoid wearing black or other dark colors that

absorb the heat. — Instead wear white and other light colors (they'll reflect

the heat and help to keep you cool).

- When you're working outside under the sun, there are some other precautions you should take.

— A light-colored hat will keep the hot sun off your head. — Applying sunscreen will keep your skin from heating up

as well as burning. — And don't forget your sunglasses.

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- Ice vests are another type of protective equipment that is used by fire-fighters and other workers who are exposed to high heat.

— For most jobs, your supervisor can tell you what type of clothing is best for you.

- While it's true that because of their physical make-up some people will

never get used to working in the heat, you'll have the best chance of working comfortably in a high-heat area if you can get into it gradually, letting your body acclimatize itself.

— In work areas that are extremely hot, it often takes five to ten work days to get used to the heat.

- Gradual exposure gives the body time to become accustomed to

higher temperatures, and eventually lets you work longer and more efficiently when you're in the heat.

— Without going through a period of acclimatization, heat-related illnesses can develop more easily, because the body isn't prepared to spend so much of its energy trying to cool down.

- If you or a coworker does get overheated, you need to know what you

can do to deal with the situation.

- For the most part, it's fairly easy to treat problems like heat stress, heat cramps and heat exhaustion.

— You can recover from these conditions with some rest, and by replacing the fluid and minerals that you've lost through sweating.

— But if you don't take steps to relieve conditions like heat cramps and exhaustion, you run the risk of going into heat stroke.

- Symptoms of heat stroke include:

— Hot, flushed skin. — Dilated pupils. — And an extremely high body temperature.

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- You need to act immediately if you think someone is going into heat stroke.

— First, call for emergency medical services. — Then take the victim to a cooler area, away from sources

of heat and direct sunlight. — Work to bring the victim's temperature down as quickly as

you can. — If possible, immerse them in a cool bath, or wrap them in

wet sheets or towels. — Get a fan going. — Keep cooling the victim, refreshing the water or changing

the sheets and towels, until medical help arrives.

*** SUMMARY ***

- It can be easy to get overheated. But if you know what to do, and pay attention to what your body's telling you, you can avoid heat-related illnesses.

- Listen to your body, and pay attention to its signals.

- Know when you need to replenish your fluids and electrolytes, and eat

only light, cool meals during the work day.

- Take the time to get used to working in higher temperatures, do it gradually.

- Dress appropriately for the heat.

- And be prepared to handle heat-related emergencies.

- No matter what type of job you have, if you're working in a high heat

environment, remember what you've learned today. It really will help you to keep your cool!

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ACCOMPANYING MATERIALS In order to assist you in conducting your session on heat stress, we have provided some materials that can be used with this program. These materials have been furnished in master form. This will enable you to make as many copies of these forms as you need. If you have colored paper available to you, it is often useful to put each form on a different color. This enables you to easily differentiate between the materials. The materials enclosed with this guide include: Scheduling and Attendance Form This form is provided so you can easily schedule your attendees into each session of the program. It is important that you have each attendee sign in on the appropriate form, thereby documenting their attendance at the session. Typically, a copy of this attendance/sign-in form is filed in the employee's personnel file. Quiz The quiz is normally given after viewing the program. However, if you want an indication of the increase in the attendees' knowledge of heat stress and other heat-related illnesses, you can give the quiz both before and after the program is shown. You can also use the quiz as the basis for class discussion. If you have decided to give the quiz both before and after the attendees view the program, it is often interesting to have the attendees compare their before and after answers as part of the session. Typically, the quiz is filed in the employee's personnel folder.

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Training Certificate This form allows you to give each employee their own certificate of completion showing that they have attended the course and taken the quiz. Space is provided to insert the employee's name, the course instructor and the date of completion. Employee Training Log This log helps you to keep track of when each employee has taken the course, as well as associated courses/training. Space is provided to list pertinent data about the employee, as well as information such as the date the course was taken, and the instructor conducting the course. A copy of this form should be kept in each employee's training or personnel file.

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SCHEDULING AND ATTENDANCE FORM

HEAT STRESS IN CONSTRUCTION ENVIRONMENTS

TRAINING SESSION SCHEDULE

ATTENDEE DATE TIME SIGNATURE

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QUIZ HEAT STRESS IN CONSTRUCTION ENVIRONMENTS

Name: Date:

1. What is normal body temperature?

96.8o 98.6o 99.8o 106o

2. True or False... To maintain your body's internal balance you must replace both

fluids and minerals? True False

3. The most serious heat-related illness is...?

Heat stress. Heat stroke. Heat exhaustion.

4. In hot environments how much water can the average person's body lose in an

hour through sweating? A pint. A quart. A gallon.

5. If you are working in a high heat area, doctors suggest that you should stop for a

drink every how many minutes? 10 minutes. 15 to 20 minutes. 60 minutes.

6. True or False... Clothes of dark-colored materials are best in hot environments?

True False

7. True or False... Alcohol is as good as any other type of drink for restoring your

body's fluid loss? True False

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QUIZ

HEAT STRESS IN CONSTRUCTION ENVIRONMENTS

PRESENTER'S COPY WITH ANSWERS 1. What is normal body temperature?

96.8o X 98.6o 99.8o 106o

2. True or False... To maintain your body's internal balance you must replace both fluids

and minerals? X True False

3. The most serious heat-related illness is...?

Heat stress. X Heat stroke. Heat exhaustion.

4. In hot environments how much water can the average person's body lose in an hour

through sweating? A pint. X A quart. A gallon.

5. If you are working in a high heat area, doctors suggest that you should stop for a drink

every how many minutes? 10 minutes. X 15 to 20 minutes. 60 minutes.

6. True or False... Clothes of dark-colored materials are best in hot environments?

True X False

7. True or False... Alcohol is as good as any other type of drink for restoring your body's

fluid loss? True X False

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EMPLOYEE TRAINING LOG HEAT STRESS IN CONSTRUCTION ENVIRONMENTS Employee: Employee #: Social Security #: Department: Date of Next Required Training:

DATE

TYPE OF TRAINING

OR COURSE DESCRIPTION LOCATION OF COURSE MATERIALS

INSTRUCTOR'S NAME AND ADDRESS/DEPARTMENT

CERTIFICATION OF TRAINING AND TESTING

(Instructor's Signature)

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TRAINING CERTIFICATE

This is to certify that _____________________________________ has

completed the course Heat Stress in Construction Environments and has

been tested on the contents of the course, as required. This training, as well

as the associated testing was conducted by ___________________________

and was completed on _________.

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(date)

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