Instructor: ADOSH Asst Director Jessie Atencio

Arizona experiences over a hundred triple digit temperature days each year. Heat related illnesses are predictable and preventable, requiring employers to plan for the days that Arizona temperatures rise.  An acclimatization schedule can help employees safely adjust to the heat, and a vigilant observation schedule for signs and symptoms of heat stress should be adopted by every company with outdoor workers.  Learn some valuable preventative measures and lifestyle changes that will help you and your employees “ keep your cool.” 

Arizona Dust Storms (Haboobs) create multiple hazards, from blowing dust and no visibility while driving to fungal infections such as Valley Fever that can have severe health effects and even cause death. Employers must train employees who could be exposed to these hazards how to prevent or minimize exposure and the signs and symptoms of Valley Fever.

A CD with training resources will be distributed to each attendee so that each can take back the information and train their own employees.