| Title |
Heat stress in the workplace |
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| SubTitle |
What you need to know as an employer. |
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| Free Download |
Free pdf copy available (33 kb)  Click Here to view document. |
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| Author |
HSE |
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| Series Code |
GEIS |
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| Series Number |
1 |
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| Publisher |
HSE Books |
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| Date of Publication |
2003 |
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| Length |
2 pages |
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| Stock Code |
GEIS1 |
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| Price Exc. VAT |
Free |
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| VAT Rate |
0% |
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| Product Type |
Hard Copy |
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| Format |
Paper |
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| Notes |
leaflet. General information sheet no 1. (GEIS1) (GEIS 1) |
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| Abstract |
This leaflet tells you about the risks of overheating when working in hot conditions and gives practical guidance on how to avoid it. You and your employees must be aware of how to work safely in heat, the factors that can lead to heat stress, and how to reduce the risk of it occurring. Contents: Introduction; How does the body react to heat? Typical example of a heat stress situation; What are the effects of heat stress? Where does heat stress occur? What do I need to do about heat stress? What do I need to look at in a risk assessment? How can I reduce the risks? Further reading; Further information. |
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| Keywords |
Guidance; Temperature; Hot environment |
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