Summer in Australia

Roxayne WestHealth, Health & Safety

With the temperature reaching mid 40’s around Australia this summer WorkSafe NSW are again reminding organisations to ensure workers are working safely.

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Working in the heat safety tips:

  • Provide access to plain drinking water, at least 200mL every 15-20 minutes
  • Don’t drink energy or caffeinated drinks which can have a diuretic affect
  • Ensure workers wear sun protection in all outdoor conditions because workers can be exposed to UV radiation in the shade as well as the sun
  • Rotate tasks to lessen exposure to the sun as well as mental and physical fatigue
  • Provide clothing with a UPF 50+ rating such as loose shirts with long sleeves, collars and long pants.
  • Provide broad spectrum sunscreen SPF 30+, broad brimmed hats and sunglasses which meet Australian Standards for UV protection

SafeWork NSW has also released a You Tube video “Working in extreme heat” that can be viewed on any PC, smart phone or mobile devise