text: Heat stroke is the most serious heat-related health problem. It's caused by overexposure to extreme heat and humidity when the body's temperature regulating system fails and the body temperature rises to critical levels of 104°F or higher. Heat stroke is a medical emergency that may rapidly result in death.
  Even though it's important to replace fluids, liquids should NOT be administered to a victim in an altered mental state of heat stroke — there is a risk of the liquids being aspirated into the lungs. I.V. fluids can be given by medical professionals when they arrive at the scene.
  Heat syncope is a fainting episode or dizziness that occurs after prolonged standing or sudden rising. Recommended first aid measures are sitting or lying down in a cool place and hydrating.
  Rhabdomyolysis is defined by the CDC as "a medical condition associated with heat stress and prolonged physical exertion, resulting in the rapid breakdown of muscle and the rupture and necrosis of the affected muscles." Symptoms include muscle pain, cramping, swelling, weakness, decreased range of motion on the joints and dark colored urine. Seek medical care for those exhibiting symptoms
  Modify work schedules during cooler hours like early morning or late afternoon and schedule routine maintenance in hot areas during the cooler seasons of the year
  Employees working in the heat with moderate physical activities should drink 8 ounces of water every 15-20 minutes. If the worker experiences prolonged sweating, they should drink sports beverages containing balanced electrolytes.
  If workers are new to working in the heat or returning from more than a week off, implement a schedule to allow them to get used to the heat gradually
  There are a number of products in Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that can keep your crew safe. The competitively solicited, publicly awarded Grainger contracts available through OMNIA Partners, Public Sector provides access to reliable products to protect your workers and keep them safe. By protecting employees during the dangerous summer months productivity will be up and consistent.
  Visit Grainger.com to learn more about how you can prevent heat stress and keep your crew healthy this summer. Through our partnership with Grainger, OMNIA Partners participating agencies have access to a complete selection of products, services and resources to help keep your facility safe.
  
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