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DocuSign Envelope ID:BO8E3DDA-6A84-496A-9141-79CF798AEA7B <br /> taking certain medications such as antihistamines,alcohol, psychotropics,cocaine, phenophiazines, <br /> or antichlolinergics, their ability to tolerate heat is decreased. Long exposures to high <br /> temperatures may cause fatigue, headache, increased irritability, lowered morale, increased <br /> anxiety,and decreased efficiency. Any sorter who is experiencing heat stress or who suspects that <br /> another sorter is, should notify the Sort Supervisor immediately. <br /> Further exposure to heat may decrease heat stressed sorters' ability to maintain normal body <br /> chemistry and temperature levels and may result in heat cramps, heat exhaustion,or heat stroke. <br /> Sorters should be able to recognize and treat heat stress. Symptoms, first aid procedures, and <br /> preventive measures for heat stress are presented below. <br /> The Sort Supervisor will provide breaks throughout the day. During these breaks,water and other <br /> drinks will be provided to all sorters in an effort to increase hydration and avoid heat-related <br /> accidents. <br /> HEAT CRAMPS <br /> Symptoms: The sorter's body temperature is normal, but the sorter experiences painful spasms <br /> in the muscles of the back,abdomen,arms,and legs. These cramps may occur after <br /> long exposure to excessive heat during which the individual perspires excessively <br /> and loses body fluids and salt. <br /> First Aid: Give the sorter drinking water or Gatorade in small amounts every few minutes and <br /> transport to the nearest medical facility for follow-up medical care. <br /> Prevention: Drink plenty of water or Gatorade and increase salt with meals. However,since salt <br /> may affect other medical conditions, sorters should consult their personal <br /> physicians before increasing their salt intake. <br /> HEAT ' IR II <br /> Symptoms: The sorter may experience fatigue, headache, feelings of nausea, and vomiting. <br /> Perspiration is profuse and clothes are soaked. The skin feels clammy and moist. <br /> Mouth temperature may be normal or even below normal. <br /> Ikessieir consulting inc. <br /> WCS\Planning\Site Safety Plan Page 6 of 11 innovative waste solutions <br />