Safety
Heat cramps
Painful muscle spasms associated with exertion, heat exposure, and fluid or electrolyte loss.
Hazards
- Painful muscle spasms associated with exertion, heat exposure, and fluid or electrolyte loss.
Controls
- Stop work, cool and hydrate appropriately, and escalate if symptoms persist or worsen.
Personal protective equipment
- Select task-specific PPE only after hazards and higher-order controls have been evaluated.
Regional considerations
- Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.
In practice
Stop work, cool and hydrate appropriately, and escalate if symptoms persist or worsen.
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Sources
- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs — Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- Safety Bulletins — Contract Services Administration Trust Fund