Heat Awareness

Heat illness is a serious but preventable condition that occurs when the body overheats, often due to exposure to high temperatures. It can affect anyone, from children to older adults, and may go unnoticed if the symptoms aren’t recognized. By understanding what it looks like and how to stay cool and hydrated, you can take simple steps to protect yourself and others, when the temperatures rise.

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Indoor HIPP Required

When indoor temperatures are 82°F or higher in your workspace, keep your team safe with:

• Water: Provide cool, clean drinking water close to employees.
• Cool-Down Area: Have a space under 82°F where employees can rest.
• Breaks: Allow workers to cool down for at least 5 minutes (longer if symptoms persist).
• Emergency Response: Clear procedures for calling 911, giving directions, and assisting sick employees.
• Acclimatization: Closely watch new employees (first 14 days) and all during heat waves
• Monitoring: Measure/record temperature or heat index when thresholds are met
• Training: Teach workers and supervisors how to prevent, recognize, and respond to heat illness
• Written Plan: Must be site-specific, available at the workplace (in English and other languages understood)

Outdoor HIPP Required

When outdoor temperatures are  80F or higher, keep your employees protected with

• Water: Fresh, cool drinking water; encourage at least 1 quart per hour.
• Shade: Provide shaded area when temps hit 80°F+; required cool-down breaks of at least 5 minutes
• High-Heat Prodedures (95°F+): Extra cool-down breaks, buddy system, supervisor observation, pre-shift briefings
• Emergency Response: Communication, first aid, and access to emergency services
• Acclimatization: Closely monitor new employees and all during heat waves
• Training: For employees and supervisors on heat risks, prevention, symptoms, and emergency actions

• Written Plan: Must outline procedures and be accessible to employees