Postal employees, like
many others who work out in the elements, face various environmental conditions
while performing their daily duties. This includes the risk of such illnesses
as heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat syncope (fainting) and heat rash.
Exposure to excessive heat can lead to these illnesses or even death in severe
cases!
A good way to remember how to keep cool and healthy is to follow these three simple rules:
Ø
Water - Make sure to drink
plenty of water throughout your work shift.
Ø
Rest - Utilize authorized
breaks to relax from high heat conditions.Ø Shade - Limit time exposed to the sun and heat by finding a shaded area to take authorized work breaks.
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