Contr20 – Neal Heat Stress Management

1. The Heat Index combines both air temperature and humidity into a single value that indicates the apparent temperature.

2. Measures to help prevent heat related illnesses include:

3. Daily/weekly advisories shall be issued from Braskem which give specific recommendations to be followed based on the heat severity level?

4. Water intake during work conditions which have potential heat stress issues include drinking 1-8 oz. glass of water a day.

5. Body core temperatures above 104 degrees F are likely to result in a medical emergency.