Whether they’re nailing down shingles on a roof, packing boxes on a production line, or picking crops in a field, all workers need to hydrate. When working in the heat, workers should be encouraged to drink at least one cup (8 ounces) of cool water every 20 minutes, even if they are not thirsty. Ensuring that workers stay hydrated is an essential part of heat illness prevention.
OSHA Prevent Heat Illness Poster Available in Multiple Languages
OSHA’s publication, Heat Illness: Prevent Heat Illness at Work Poster, is now available in nine languages. This colorful poster offers simple suggestions on how to protect yourself and others from heat stress hazards and recognize and respond to heat illness. Post it in your workplace today!