Summer SafetyMay 19th, 2015

1. Hot Weather2. The Sun3. Swimming4. Storms5. Spiders and Snakes etc.

Doug Talent1968

The 101 Critical Days of SummerMemorial Day to Labor Day

Actually, it’s 106 Days this year

We live in Texas

The HEAT and the HUMIDITY can be hazardous

Stay out of the sunDrink extra water

Average Record High High

June 91° 107° (1998) July 95° 106° (1989) August 95° 108° (1986)

We all need some sun exposure — it's the top source of vitamin D, which helps our bodies absorb calcium for stronger, healthier bones.But… it doesn't take much (10 minutes a day)

Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate(drink plenty of water)

Should you worry about Heat Related Illness?

You only need to worry about heat related illness…

Relative humidity of 60% or more? Heat index at or above 90 degrees (in the shade) or 75 degrees (in full sun)?

(exposure to full sunshine can increase the reported heat index by 15 degrees)So…if working in full sun: 90 – 15 = 75 degree heat index

In other words…in South Texas you only need to worry in the Summer.

HEAT CRAMPS: painful, brief muscle cramps…can begin hours later.

First Aid: Drink sports drink (home made is just fine) and rest

HEAT EXHAUSTION: two types •Water depletion. Signs include excessive thirst, weakness, headache, and loss of consciousness.•Salt depletion. Signs include nausea and vomiting, muscle cramps, and dizziness

First Aid: get out of the heat and rest, in an air-conditioned room.

Apply cool, wet cloths, take a cool shower. Drink water (or sports drink).

If nausea occurs, discontinue use. If vomiting continues, seek immediate medical attention

If First Aid fails to provide relief within 15 minutes, seek emergency medical help, because

untreated heat exhaustion can progress to heat stroke (can be FATAL).

HEAT STROKE (or sunstroke): High body temperature (105° F or higher). Headache, dizziness, hot dry skin (no sweating). Rapid heartbeat. Rapid shallow breathing. Nausea. Confusion, disorientation. Fainting may be the first sign.

First Aid: Call 911 … OR GET THE VICTIM TO A HOSPITAL IMMEDIATELY.

DELAY CAN BE FATAL.

Reduce body temperature NOW! (get it below 102) with ice, garden hose, cold bath or sponging. Remove clothing, use fans and air conditioners…..If they can drink…give ‘em water.

Don’t even get to this point….Once you experience headache, excessive thirst, weakness, dizziness, nausea or vomiting…KNOCK IT OFF….you are finished for the day.

HYDRATE! (a glass is 8 ounces)•Drink extra fluids. To prevent dehydration, drink at least eight glasses of water, fruit juice, or vegetable juice per day (that’s ½ gallon a day).

Because heat-related illness also can result from salt depletion, it may be advisable to substitute an electrolyte-rich sports drink (home made is just fine) for water during periods of extreme heat and humidity (mid-day in Texas)

•Take additional precautions when exercising or working outdoors.

drink 3 glasses of fluid two hours before add another glass of water or sports drink right before

During exercise (work), you should consume 1 glass of water every 20 minutes, even if you don't feel thirsty.

Your future is so bright … You MUST wear shades!

Sun exposure damages the eyes as well as the skin.

The best way to protect eyes is to wear sunglasses.

Purchase sunglasses with labels ensuring that they provide 100% UV protection.

SUNSCREEN … Put it on

SPF = Sun Protection FactorMeasures protection from UVB … It DOESN’T measure protection from UVA

SO, what does SPF really mean?

If you normally burn in 10 minutes (without any sunscreen)With a SPF 15 Sunscreen (and you apply and re-apply it properly)

10 (minutes) x 15 (SPF) = 150 minutes of protection from sunburn

This DOES NOT guarantee that you haven’t damaged your skin.

For THAT you need a “Broad Spectrum” Sunscreen (UVA and UVB)See Handout…

Don’t forget your buddies this summer.

They need to stay cool too.

So…

What the heck is THAT?

Swimming at the Coast

Rip Current

A rip current: A strong channel of water flowing seaward from the shore.

It can occur at any beach with breaking waves.

Relax; don’t swim back to shore directly against a rip.

Calmly float or tread water to conserve energy. Swim parallel to shore until outside of the rip. The Shore

Swimming Pool

You’re still alive…So keep on doing what you’ve been doing so far.

Obey the Pool Rules…and use Common Sense

Same thing with Fireworks

When Thunder Roars, Go IndoorsLightning can strike as far as 10 miles from where it is raining. That's about the distance you can hear thunder. If you can hear thunder, you are within striking distance. Seek safe shelter immediately.

Go to a large building or fully enclosed vehicle. Wait 30 minutes after the last clap of thunder before you to go back outside.

Dang…a storm snuck up on you

Pay Attention

WatchWhereYouStep

Respect the Heat…it can kill you (literally).

Don’t work in the sun between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PMIf you are forced to work in the sun during these hours:

Once every 20 minutes ….Sit in the shadeDrink a glass of water

If you have hot dry skin (no sweating) Call 911

If you even think you are experiencing Heat Related IllnessGet out of the sun and drink waterDo whatever it takes to reduce your body temperature

When you hear thunder…go inside.

Questions?

Comments?

Concerns?

Memorial Day…May 25th (this year) is for remembering the people who died while serving in the country's armed forces. The holiday was formerly known as Decoration Day and originated after the American Civil War to commemorate the Union and Confederate soldiers who died in the war.

By the 20th century, Memorial Day had been extended to honor all Americans who died while in the military service.

Have a safe Memorial Day.

Take time to remember those that died fighting for our freedom.

I’ll see you next month.