Heat Stress & Heat Strain
The team of Industrial Hygienists and Ergonomists at OSHTECH Incorporated are recognized leaders for their multi-disciplinary approach related to the hazards and risks associated with physical labour in warm work environments. Is it true that our summers are getting warmer here in Ontario? Or maybe you’re in a workplace where heat sources are inherent to the manufacturing process? Are you looking to raise awareness of the compliance requirements related to heat stress? Are you looking to improve the understanding of the heat stress & heat strain guidelines, including technical aspects such as job metabolic rates and heat exposure limits? Do you believe your workforce should better understand the signs &/or symptoms of heat strain? Are your workload ratings for jobs based on accepted ergonomics methods versus “best guess” at light, moderate or heavy? What is the most appropriate thermal measure in your workplace - normal temperature, humidex or WBGT? Are “extra” heat relief breaks compromising production? Are you wondering if your workplace conditions warrant a “Hot Weather Plan” or a “Heat Stress Control Program”?
The team at OSHTECH Incorporated can help. We offer a wide range of workplace consultation and training services. We’d welcome the opportunity to discuss how they might be of value to your workplace – contact us.
