EH&S Environmental Health & Safety Introduction15 minCompliance tier
Heat Stress
Prevent and recognize heat stress in the workplace
What you'll be able to do
•Recognize the early signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke in yourself and coworkers
•Apply prevention basics: hydration, rest breaks, shade, and acclimatization for new or returning workers
•Identify the conditions and tasks that raise heat risk, including humidity, exertion, and protective clothing
•Respond quickly and correctly when someone shows signs of heat illness
Who it's for
Workers exposed to heat outdoors or in hot indoor settings such as construction, landscaping, warehouses, kitchens, and foundries, and the supervisors who schedule their work.
What changes on the job
•Earlier recognition of heat symptoms before they become emergencies
•More consistent hydration and rest habits in hot conditions
•Faster, correct first response to a heat-illness case
Bring this course to your team
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No. Hot indoor environments like kitchens, warehouses, and foundries carry real heat risk too. The course covers both.
How long is it?
About 15 minutes, self-paced, part of the ehs track included with a Thrive membership.
What is acclimatization and why does it matter?
It is the process of gradually building tolerance to heat over several days. New and returning workers are at higher risk before they acclimatize, and the course explains how to manage that.