Drink small amounts of water often
- Wear light-colored, loose-fitting, breathable clothing - cotton is good
- Take frequent short breaks in cool shade
- Eat smaller meals before work activity
- Avoid caffeine and alcohol or large amounts of sugar
- Work in the shade
- Find out if your medications and heat don't mix
- Know that equipment such as respirators or work suits can increase heat stress
Symptoms of Heat Exhaustion:
- Headache, dizziness, or fainting
- Weakness and wet skin
- Irritability or confusion
- Thirst, nausea or vomiting
Symptoms of Heat Stroke:
- May be confused, unable to think clearly, pass out, collapse or have seizures (fits)
- May stop sweating
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