Hot and Cold Weather Safety: 03. Working in Hot Weather

When we work in hot weather or hot indoor conditions, our bodies become fatigued more quickly, and we increase our risk of accidents. The most serious issue caused by working in hot conditions is heat stress, leading to a possible heat stroke. But there are other risks and concerns to working in hot conditions. And they can apply to either outdoor work in hot weather OR indoor work in hot conditions, such as a warehouse without air conditioning, a foundry, or any number of warm interior spaces. In this course, we’ll talk about the hazards and go over ways to safely work in these places.