» OUR CLIMATE IS CHANGING» 2014 was globally the warmest year on record!» NOAA predicts this weather trend will continue

A REAL PROBLEM

{National Oceanic Atmospheric & Administration, 2014} {World Meteorological Organization, 2014} {Earthsky.org} {http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-23408504}

{http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-23499175}

» Heat stress occurs when the body’s means of controlling its internal temperature starts to fail.

» Heat stress begins as body temps rise above 99.7°F.

» Severe illness and injury occur when the body reaches104°F.

OVERVIEWDEFINING HEAT STRESS

» Don’t let your crew fall victim to thinking:

» I’m tough – I don’t need a water break.

» I’m not thirsty – I don’t need a drink.

» I’ll lose pay if I take a water break.

» I’ll be letting my team down.

» I’m new here – I need to prove myself.

» Mild to moderate symptoms can quickly turn severe and result in hospitalization or even death. Do not wait to ACT!

RISK AWARENESSNO TIME FOR TOUGH GUYS

1. Worker Injury or Fatality

2. Property Damage or Loss

3. Productivity Loss

= ALL resulting in potential monetary loss

COSTS OF INACTIONALL MEAN LOSS OF $$

» The General Duty Clause» The Record-keeping regulation» The Sanitation standard» The Medical Services and First Aid standard» The Safety Training and Education standard » The Personal Protective Equipment standard

OSHA STANDARDSNO LACK OF ENFORCEMENT

» WATER. REST. SHADE.» WATER: Permit workers to drink water at their liberty. Workers should

try to do so every 15 minutes, regardless of thirst.» REST: Rest as often as needed. Establish provisions for a work/rest

regimen in order to limit exposure time to high temperatures.» SHADE: The purpose of shade is to provide employees with a

recovery period, which is instrumental in preventing heat illness. Allow access to shade at all times.

OSHA CAMPAIGNREGULATION

SOLUTIONS

{*CDC.com // NIOSH}

HEAT STRESS CONTROLS

SOLUTIONSENGINEERING CONTROLS

» Provide air conditioned break or rest areas.

» Put up shelters to give workers a place to sit out of the sun.

» Canopies, umbrellas, and other temporary structures or devices can also provide shade.*

*{Cal/OSHA employees should have access to shade for a period of at least 5 minutes whenever they need.}

SOLUTIONSSHELTER // SHADE // AC

SHAX® WORK SHELTERS

MODEL 6000

MODEL 6098MODEL 6094

MODEL 6100

MODEL 6010

ADMINISTRATIVE

» Dehydration is a MAJOR factor contributing to heat stress.

» A 2006 Cal/OSHA Heat Illness Study found 78% of workers suffering from heat illnesses were dehydrated.

» Many workers may not recognize when their body needs water.

HYDRATION

HYDRATION

2L HYDRATION PACKSCHILL-ITS® HYDRATION

5155 // 5155HV LOW PROFILE HYDRATION PACKS5156 LOW PREMIUM PROFILE HYDRATION PACKS

5156 PREMIUM CARGO HYDRATION PACKS

PPE

» Multi-climate work wear apparel that helps transport moisture, accelerating evaporation process to keep you cool.

» Wear personal protective gear like light clothing to reduce direct sun exposure.*

» UV protection of 50+ for extra sun blockage.

{*Adapted from OSHA’s Heat-related Illness Prevention Training Guide}

PPE

EVAPORATIVE COOLING

6700CT // 6705CT // 6710CT

6700FR // 6705FR // 6710FR

6602MF

DRY EVAPORATIVE VEST

EVAPORATIVE COOLINGWET EVAPORATIVE VEST

» The average person’s skin has 2.6 million sweat glands!

» Terry cloths, sponges, elastics, and high-performance technical fabrics trap or move sweat to keep it out of your eyes and off your hands.

ABSORPTIVE COOLING

PRODUCTSCHILL-ITS® ABSORPTIVE

6615

6630

6605

6660

» Utilizes substances that maintain a constant temperature for an extended period of time regardless of outside environment.

» Typically work for longer periods of time without recharge.

» Cools body’s core temperature.

PHASE CHANGE COOLING

NEW CHILL-ITS® PHASE CHANGE VESTS – 6215HV // 6215 PHASE CHANGE COOLING

PLAN AHEAD & STAY SAFEHeat-related illness and death are 100% preventable. EDUCATION IS KEY!

» Heat Stress is recognized by major OH&S organizations as a real occupational hazard, so take action & be prepared!

» Ergodyne can provide an abundance of heat stress resources and product solutions to help you stay safe this summer.» In-house training» Webinars» Informational card» Technical white paper» Heat Stress Poster» Hazard Site Survey» Sample Prevention Plan» Hydration Sticker» Website Collection» Ergodytes» Unique, patented PPE solutions» …and more to come!

OVERVIEWERODYNE RESOURCES

TOP HEAT STRESS SOLUTIONS – FRONT OF CARD

NEW HEAT STRESS CARD

» Ergodyne or local distributor-sponsored webinars using conference software.

» Ergodyne representative conducts training.

» Same content and length as in-house training.

» Can be tailored to the audience.» Education is fundamental, so

take advantage!

WEBINAR TRAINING – HOW IT WORKSERGODYNE RESOURCES

» Dehydration is a major contributing factor to heat stress.

» Help keep hydration top-of-mind for workers:» Stick a Hydration

Sticker to bathroom stalls, water bottles, coolers, port-a-potties, your forehead, etc.

ERGODYNE RESOURCESHYDRATION STICKER

QUESTIONS?For more heat stress resources and information, please contact Ergodyne Customer Service at

800-225-8238 or orders@ergodyne.com.

For more information on where to purchase heat stress PPE and solutions, visit

www.ergodyne.com.

THANK YOU!