08/10/2026
TOOLBOX TALK: Heat Exhaustion ๐ฅต
Extreme heat on the jobsite isn't just uncomfortable โ it's dangerous. Heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps, and heat rash are real risks, and heat also raises injury risk through sweaty palms, foggy safety glasses, and dizziness.
Know the warning signs:
๐ด Heat exhaustion: headache, nausea, dizziness, weakness, irritability, thirst, heavy sweating, high body temp, low urine output
๐จ Heat stroke (medical emergency): confusion, slurred speech, seizures, hot/dry skin OR profuse sweating, unconsciousness, high body temp
Stay safe:
Drink 1 cup (8 oz) of water every 15โ20 minutes; use sports drinks for longer/heavier sweating. Skip alcohol, caffeine, and sugar.
Take frequent breaks in shade or AC.
Watch out for each other.
If a co-worker shows signs of heat exhaustion or stroke: Call 911, move them to shade, remove excess clothing, cool with water/ice, fan them, and encourage sips of water.
๐ Find this and more Toolbox Talks and safety resources at ABC NH/VT: https://www.abcnhvt.org/Safety/Safety-Resources-Best-Practices/Toolbox-Talks