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Construction Talkies Volume 32 March 2018

WORK SAFETY Sachin Thorat

IMS Manager

Beat the Heat

With almost a heatwave passing through Maharashtra since March 2018, most of
us have begun feeling the heat and discomfort of the bristling summer this year.
The acute heat leads to fatigue and in some cases heat stroke too. Hence, it is
important to identify the difference between a Heat Stroke and Heat Exhaustion.
Read on to know the difference between the two and what you can do to soothe
yourself during these hot days:

Heat Exhaustion or Heat Stroke?

Symptoms of Heat Exhaustion Symptoms of Heat Stroke
• Faint of dizzy • Throbbing headache
• Excessive sweating • No sweating
• Cool, pale, clammy skin • Body temperature above 103
• Nausea, vomiting degrees
• Rapid and weak pulse • Red, hot, dry skin
• Muscle cramps • Nausea, vomiting
• Rapid and strong pulse
Treating Heat Exhaustion • Possible loss of consciousness
• Move to cooler locations
• Drink water Treating Heat Stroke
• Take a cool shower or use cold • Get emergency medical help
compresses • Keep cool until treated

It’s best to wear loose, breathable, cotton
clothing during the summer. If you must
work in the sun, make sure you wear a hat,
sun glasses and use a sun screen. Stay
hydrated at all times by drinking water in
frequent intervals, avoid caffeine and let
your body cool down whenever possible.