Feeling the Heat

Many young worker jobs have a lot of heat – and by that, I mean they might be working in a hot kitchen, or outside trimming trees in the sun, or scorching by a poolside as a lifeguard. Even off work it gets hot while hiking, swimming, or on camping trips.

1 – Know the symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke so you know when you or someone else is in trouble.

2 – Stay hydrated by drinking water. Check your hydration level and drink more water when needed. This handout is a good guide to how much water you need.

3 – Stay indoors during the hottest hours of the day (3 PM to 6 PM) when possible.

Oregon OSHA just passed rules for employers to follow that protect workers from heat exposure. This quick card describes the actions that should be taken when the heat index reaches certain levels. Know your rights and speak up to protect yourself and others from these preventable illnesses.