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Your checklist to protect workers from extreme heat

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YOUR CHECKLIST TO PROTECT WORKERS FROM EXTREME HEAT
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YOUR CHECKLIST TO PROTECT WORKERS FROM EXTREME HEAT

NOW THAT SUMMER IS WELL AND TRULY HERE, A GREAT TOPIC FOR

YOUR NEXT SAFETY TOOLBOX TALK IS HOW TO KEEP SAFE IN THE SUN.

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SUN SAFETY MEASURESEnsure your workers wear sun protective clothing and sunscreen. Hats, shirts made from long-sleeved yet light fabric, and high UV protection rated sunscreens are a must on any work site, and you should provide them to protect your staff.

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SUN SAFETY MEASURESRegular breaks ensure everyone gets the rest they need to cope with the heat. You may choose to allow workers to take a break when they need it or schedule regular breaks to make sure everyone gets the job done while keeping cool.

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SUN SAFETY MEASURESProvide clean, cool drinking water to keep everyone hydrated.

Plan your work schedule around the day's temperature. If you have lots of heavy lifting or strenuous tasks that need doing, try and schedule them at the beginning or the end of the day when it will be slightly cooler.

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Heat fatigue training is a great way to ensure everyone stays safe. Keep your workers informed about how to protect themselves on the job, as well as how to manage heat fatigue and illness so they stay well both on and off your work site.

SUN SAFETY MEASURES

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