About the Heat Meeting Sheet

This Heat Meeting Sheet is an informative guide for anyone working in high-temperature conditions, particularly in roles that involve long hours outdoors, such as on ladders, roofs, or near heat-reflecting surfaces like glass. This guide discusses the risks associated with working in heat, including dehydration, fatigue, and heatstroke, and highlights the importance of recognizing early signs of heat exhaustion like headache, dizziness, and excessive sweating. It offers practical advice on how to prepare for working in warm weather, suggesting monitoring the weather forecast to plan the work week accordingly, scheduling sun-exposed jobs for cooler parts of the day, and adopting strategies to manage exposure to the sun. The sheet emphasizes the necessity of increasing water and calorie intake, avoiding caffeine, taking regular breaks, and wearing appropriate protective clothing to shield from the sun. Detailed instructions are provided on how to respond to symptoms of heat-related illnesses, ensuring quick and effective action to prevent serious health consequences. 

MEETING HIGHLIGHTS 

• Recognizing signs of heat exhaustion
• Risks of working in heat
• Prepare for working in warmer weather