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Heat Stress

Heat Stress. Case Study. Martin Duley – QHSE Manager. References: ISOS & OGP Report 6.70/279. Catalysts to Heat Illness. Clinical Disorders. Heat Rash. SYMPTOMS Itchy rash – red cluster of pimples or small blisters

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Heat Stress

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  1. Heat Stress Case Study Martin Duley – QHSE Manager References: ISOS & OGP Report 6.70/279

  2. Catalysts to Heat Illness

  3. Clinical Disorders

  4. Heat Rash SYMPTOMS Itchy rash – red cluster of pimples or small blisters Usually appear in areas where sweat collects (neck, chest, groin, elbow creases and other skin folds) MANAGEMENT Cool the skin; take time out, cool showers Keep the rash dry; cotton clothing – avoid synthetic materials that don’t ‘breathe’ Avoid ointments and oily creams; moisture can make rash worse

  5. Heat Cramps SYMPTOMS Muscle pain or spasms Can appear at time of physical activity or later – even when not active Usually appears in the muscles being used (arms, legs, abdomen) MANAGEMENT Stop activity and rest in cool place Drink clear juice or sports drink Gently massage painful areas Rest for several hours after cramps have gone Seek professional medical help if cramps last for more than one hour

  6. Heat Syncope (heat collapse) CAUSES Not enough blood reaching the brain More common when blood pools in legs (standing still for a long time or standing suddenly from a seated or lying position) SYMPTOMS Feeling dizzy and light headed Fainting MANAGEMENT Lie down in a cool place – symptoms will improve as blood returns to brain Slowly drink water, clear juice or a sports drink Seek professional medical advice if there is injury, loss of consciousness, victim does not improve after lying down or signs of heat stroke are present

  7. Heat Exhaustion – wet, white and weak SYMPTOMS Pale or flushed Skin is cool and moist (sweating) Dizzy or passing out, feeling weak, clumsy and a little confused Headache / Nausea Fast, weak pulse MANAGEMENT Stop activity / lie down in a cool place Remove / loosen tight clothing Slowly drink water, clear juice or a sports drink Cool shower or sponge off with cool water Victim may refuse water or vomit Seek professional medical advice

  8. Heat Stroke (sunstroke) SYMPTOMS High body temperature Hot & dry skin – not sweaty Fast strong pulse Throbbing headache Dizzy, nauseous, vomiting Acting confused • Seeing or hearing imaginary things, • Clumsy or aggressive Loss of consciousness Seizure or convulsions

  9. Heat Stroke (sunstroke) MANAGEMENT Call for emergency medical help Move to a cooler place and lie down Cool the victim by removing / loosening clothing Cool the skin with water, sponge or a cool wet sheet. Bath only if consious Make a breeze Place ice packs on neck, groin & armpits Offer cool water Take temperature every ten minutes Stop cooling efforts when temperature reaches 38.5-39 deg C Watch for breathing – it may stop and be prepared to give rescue breathing if needed Don’t let victim get too cool. Do not let person gulp liquids – ½ glass every 15 minutes

  10. Prevention and Mitigation Measures

  11. Risk Assessment

  12. Risk Assessment

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