Provided By: U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
While we had a cool start to the summer, there are plenty of hot days ahead of us. And studies show that working in direct sunlight can increase the heat index by 15 degrees. If you or your employees are working in the heat, OSHA's Heat Safety App is an important one to have at your fingertips.
According to OSHA, the App allows workers and supervisors to calculate the heat index for their worksite, and based on the heat index, display a risk level to workers.
With a simple click, you can also receive reminders about:
- Protective measures that should be taken at specific risk levels
- Drinking enough fluids
- Scheduling rest breaks
- Planning for emergencies
- Adjusting work operations
- Monitoring each other for symptoms of heat-related issues
Click here for more information about OSHA's App and for download instructions.
