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Preventing heat illness

Heat-related illnesses occur when the body is unable to cool itself efficiently after exposure to heat stressors.

Heat-related illnesses occur when the body is unable to cool itself efficiently after exposure to heat stressors.

As a supervisor, providing information for employees to minimize heat illness is key during hot days. If employees work outdoors or are exposed to the heat for extended periods, have them follow the recommended tips located here to prevent heat stress-related illness.