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Straight-Talking, Sensible Advice for Occupational Health & Safety Professionals
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Managing Heat Stress at Work: Are You Prepared?
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As summer temperatures remain high across the UK, it's important to recognise that heat can pose serious health and safety risks in the workplace - especially for those working outdoors, wearing PPE, or even in warm indoor environments.
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There's no legal maximum working temperature, but employers have a duty of care to ensure conditions are reasonable and risks are controlled. Practical steps can include:
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- Choose the correct PPE - lightweight and breathable
- Protect against UV exposure - wide-brimmed hat, eyewear, SPF
- Adjusting work schedules to cooler times of day
- Providing shaded areas, fans, ventilation or air con
- Encourage frequent water breaks and hydration
- Look out for signs of heat stress - fatigue, confusion, nausea, muscle cramps, skin rash
(workers should be trained to recognise and respond quickly to these)
Don’t forget about vulnerable workers - those with health conditions or taking medication may be at greater risk.
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A Face Fit Test ensures that the mask seals properly to the wearer's face - helping protect against harmful dusts, fumes, mists or gases. Without it, even the best mask can be ineffective.
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When is retesting needed?
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- Change in mask, model, size or type
- Facial changes (significant weight loss/gain, dental work, piercings)
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Ask us about our professional Face Fit Testing which can be carried out at your site or at our Wiltshire base. A fast and effective way to stay compliant and protect your team's health.
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When a print industry employee showed high isocyanate levels during routine health surveillance, Safewell's Occupational Health and Health & Safety teams worked together seamlessly to tackle the issue fast.
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- Identified and reviewed chemical risks
- Carried out a full site assessment
- Recommended and supported improvements in LEV, PPE, and air monitoring
- Provided tailored Toolbox Talks and follow-up health surveillance
The result? A safer workplace, improved compliance - and peace of mind for both employer and staff.
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Having both services under one roof meant we could act quickly and effectively - just one example of why our joined-up approach delivers real value.
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