We will try to collect the necessary measures, classified by the scope of the same, so the employer can guarantee job security in their activity. At work, can affect health in many ways and all are important. It can cause damage as a result of workload, whether physical or mental disability, and in general, psychosocial and organizational factors can generate fatigue, stress, job dissatisfaction, and so on. To act on them with the tools we Ergonomics and Psychology applied to prevention of occupational hazards. (more…)
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SAFETY AT WORK
Friday, January 1st, 2010Beware of Heat Stress
Friday, October 16th, 2009It is increasingly common to hear on the news that people living in countries die in summer seasons “heat stroke“. In other countries, although there are no seasons, no thermal levels and extreme temperatures. In this regard it is important to know what heat stress and know that its effects range from rapid heart rate, sweating, irritability, injury to mental health to death.
The moderate heat stress even if not directly dangerous to health, can cause discomfort and adversely affect the operation and safety. As there are limits of human tolerance for heat stress, the risks of heat related disorders increase if no attention is paid to the symptoms of heat stress and fatigue.
The most alarming sign is that the body of the victim stops sweating and keeps skin dry and warm. In that case, it is necessary first aid and go forthwith to the nearest health center.