Working in Extreme Heat: Recognition, Controls and Prevention Strategies

Extreme heat conditions present serious and growing risks to worker health and safety across many industries. As heat waves become more frequent and weather patterns become more unpredictable, it is essential for employers and employees to understand how to effectively manage heat-related hazards in the workplace.

Heat stress can result in dangerous conditions such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke, affecting not only workers' well-being but also productivity, decision-making, and overall job-site safety. Without proper controls, these risks can lead to increased errors, incidents, and injuries.

This webinar will provide practical, easy-to-apply guidance for recognizing heat hazards, evaluating exposure risks, and implementing effective control measures. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how to protect workers, maintain compliance with relevant standards, and confidently manage operations in extreme heat conditions.

Objectives

Upon completion, participants will be able to:  

1. Identify signs, symptoms, and risk factors associated with heat stress.
2. Recognize environmental and workplace conditions that contribute to extreme heat hazards.
3. Describe appropriate control measures for heat exposure, including engineering, administrative, and PPE strategies.
4. Reference relevant guidelines and resources (e.g., OSHA, NIOSH, ACGIH TLVs) for managing heat-related exposures.
5. Develop basic strategies for implementing a heat stress prevention program. 

Lecturer

Stephanie M. Lynch, PhD, CIH, CSP, COHC

Dr. Lynch is a safety professional with a passion for total occupational health and safety. Her focus includes respirator fit testing, noise monitoring and control, ergonomics, and environmental awareness. Currently a Regulatory and Standards Director, Stephanie has over 20 years of experience as an Industrial Hygienist and several years of training and teaching experience. She earned a Master's of Public Health and a PhD in Industrial and Systems Engineering. 

Credit

This course contains 1 hours of instruction. 0.1 CEUs are offered for this course.

As an IACET Accredited Provider, Bowen Learning Network offers CEUs for its programs that qualify under the ANSI/IACET Standard.

Eligible for contact hours with the BGC, BCSP, IHMM, and other OEHS certifying agencies.

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Completion Requirements

To receive a Certificate of Completion for this course, participants are required to complete the following items:

1. Participate in the live webinar or review the on-demand webinar recording.
2. Score 70% or higher on the quiz.
3. Complete the webinar evaluation.

No certificate will be awarded to participants who do not meet the above completion requirements.

Computer Requirements

The Bowen Learning Network online virtual classrooms are powered by BigBlueButton. It fully supports the Windows, Mac OS X, and Chromebook platforms (see below for versions supported). Support is available for iOS (iPads) and Android Tablets. While smart phones can be used, the screens are too small to display all of the aspects of the Virtual Classroom.  For the best online learning experience, the use of a device with a larger screen is HIGHLY recommended. A physical keyboard is also recommended.

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