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• Infants and young children up to 4 years of age • Older adults aged 65 and older • People who work in a humid environment or do outdoor work or exercise (e.g. athletes, military personnel, workers who wear protective clothing like firefighters, etc.) • People who are overweight or have existing medical conditions (e.g. diabetes or heart disease) • Low-income and socially isolated individuals How to Prevent a Heat Related Emergency For those exposed to hot temperatures, preventing heat-related emergencies can be achieved with three very simple actions early on: water, rest and shade. Drinking plenty of fluids and resting from the heat in shady areas are some of the best ways to prevent heat illness. Other protective measures include wearing sunscreen and appropriate clothing (choose lightweight, loose-fitting clothing in light colors) and staying in an air-conditioned place as much as possible. Public spaces, such as a shopping mall, public library or movie theater, are great places to escape to if you don’t have air conditioning at home. It’s best to schedule the heaviest workload and other outdoor activities when it’s the coolest, such as the early morning and evening. If possible, rotate tasks among workers to help minimize overexertion and heat exposure. Click here to read the full article Click here to view the Valley’s Heat Relief Network for 2025 (cooling centers, respite centers, hydration stations, donation sites) Additional Resources Proposed Rule from OSHA to protect Outdoor and Indoor Workers from Extreme Heat. Under the proposed rule, employers in certain jobs would have to establish a heat safety coordinator for the workplace and develop procedures for responding to symptoms of heat illness. The rule is currently in the 120 day public comment period. |
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