Monday, June 11, 2018

How to Keep Cool in the Heat


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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