Working outside in the heat of summer is no joke, and as the temperature rises, so can the instances of heat-related illnesses, such as heat stroke and heat exhaustion.
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Kris Kiser, president and CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Association, and Sam Steel, safety adviser for the National Association of Landscape Professionals, provide advice for how landscape companies can keep their crews safe as temperatures heat up this summer.
Working outside in the heat of summer is no joke, and as the temperature rises, so can the instances of heat-related illnesses, such as heat stroke and heat exhaustion.
DOWNLOAD HEAT SAFETY GUIDE
Kris Kiser, president and CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Association, and Sam Steel, safety adviser for the National Association of Landscape Professionals, provide advice for how landscape companies can keep their crews safe as temperatures heat up this summer.
Landscape contractors should be sure to follow these steps to keep themselves and their crews safe this summer:
- Train Crew Managers on the Signs of Heat Illnesses
- Stay Hydrated
- Take Breaks as Necessary
- Prepare for High-Risk Days
- Ensure Crews Are Dressed Appropriately
- Encourage Crews to Keep an Eye on One Another
