June 9, 2011
Revised heat stress bulletin released by MOL
The MOL has a revised heat guideline to assist employers, workers and others in understanding heat stress, and in developing and implementing policies to prevent heat stress-related illness in the workplace. Heat stress can happen when hot, humid conditions and physical activity overcome your body's natural cooling system. You might suffer cramps and fainting, or even serious heat exhaustion and heat stroke. bulletin for all employees and make sure it is a topic of discussion for their next safety tailgateWatch for the chart on the heat stress web page.