WHAT’S AT STAKE

Landscaping work often involves long hours outdoors, frequently in hot and humid conditions, making workers vulnerable to heat stress. Heat stress can lead to serious health problems, including heat exhaustion, heat cramps, and heat stroke, which can be fatal if not properly managed.

WHAT’S THE DANGER

Specific Risks

1. Heat Exhaustion

• Symptoms: Heat exhaustion is characterized by heavy sweating, weakness, dizziness, nausea, headache, and muscle cramps. It occurs when the body loses too much water and salt.
• Risk Factors: High temperatures, high humidity, direct sun exposure, and heavy physical activity increase the risk of heat exhaustion, particularly if workers are not […]

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