Signs and Symptoms

• Red, swollen, painful, and sometimes blistered skin.
• Fever
• Nausea, vomiting and delirium with severe burns
• Peeling of skin after recovery

Prevention of Sunburn

• Avoid exposure to sun between 12pm and 3 pm
• Use sun block with a sun protection factor greater than 15
• Wear proper clothing; bright colors or white will reflect sun onto your face increasing risk of burns

Treatment

• Cool moist compresses on skin can reduce heat & pain
• Cold cream or body lotion adds moisture to the skin
• Use a pain reliever for pain & fever
• Keep pressure off of burned skin to relieve pain

Seek Medical Treatment if you have:

• A temperature that is greater than 101°F
• Vomiting or diarrhea
• Pain & fever that persists for longer than 48 hrs
• Delirium

INSECT BITES

Each year, employees are stung by flying insects. Employees who work outdoors have an increased risk of being stung.

What to Do If an Employee is Stung

• Have someone stay with the victim to be sure that the victim does not have an allergic reaction.
• Wash the site with soap and water.
• The stinger can be removed using a four by four gauze wipe over the area. Never use a tweezer or squeeze the stinger as
  this will cause more venom to be released.
• Apply ice to reduce swelling.
• Do not scratch the sting.

How to Reduce the Risk of Being Stung

• Wear light-colored, smooth-finished clothing.
• Avoid perfumed soaps, shampoos, deodorants.
• Wear clean clothing and bathe daily.
• Sweat angers bees.
• Cover the body as much as possible.
• Avoid flowering plants.
• Bees are very active during the warmer hours of the day and thrive in places where food is discarded.
• If a single stinging insect is flying around, remain still or lie face down on the ground.
• If attacked by several stinging insects at the same time, run to get away . Bees release a chemical when they sting and
  this alerts other bees. More bees often follow.
• If a bee comes in side your vehicle, slowly stop, and open all the windows.

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HEAT RELATED ILLNESSES 

Factors Leading to Heat Stress

• High temperature and humidity
• Direct sun or heat
• Limited air movement
• Physical exertion
• Poor physical condition
• Some medicines
• Inadequate tolerance for hot workplaces

Symptoms of Heat Exhaustion

• Headaches, dizziness, or fainting
• Skin cold, pale & clammy
• Pulse is thready
• Mood changes such as irritability or confusion
• Upset stomach or vomiting

First Aid

• Get victim out of sun; loosen clothing; apply cool,
  wet cloths; provide sips of water. If nausea occurs,
  discontinue use. If vomiting continues, seek
  immediate medical attention.

Symptoms of Heat Stroke

• Dry, hot skin with no sweating
• Mental confusion or losing consciousness
• Seizures or fits
• Rapid & strong pulse

First Aid

• Do not give fluids. Get victim to a hospital immediately.

Preventing Heat Stress

• Know signs/symptoms of heat-related illnesses
• Block out direct sun or other heat sources
• Use cooling fans/air-conditioning
• Rest regularly
• Drink lots of water; don’t wait till you get thirsty
  Wear lightweight, light colored, loose-fitting clothes
  Avoid alcohol, caffeinated drinks, & foods like proteins.

Which One is Poison Ivy?

Poison ivy has two forms. One grows low to the ground and the other form is a “hairy” vine that grows up a tree. You may have heard the old saying, “Leaflets three, let it be.”

How Does Poison Ivy Cause a Rash?

• Touching the plant
• Touching any clothing, including shoes exposed to the plant
• Touching any tools that may have the oil on it
• Touching any pets that have been around the plant and have gotten the oil on their hair
• Burning the plant; the oil from the plant is carried in the smoke

What is Poison Ivy Rash Like?

• Appears 1-2 days after coming in to contact with urushiol (plant oil)
• Area becomes red and swollen
• Small blisters begin to form and the rash becomes itchy a day or so later
• The blisters start to dry up and the rash will go away after about a week

How is Poison Ivy Treated?

• Wash area with plain cool water as soon as possible
• Over-the-counter medications that may relieve the itching:
  • Hydrocortisone creams
  • Calamine lotion
  • Antihistamine tablets
  • Oatmeal baths

Call your doctor if:

• Fever over 100°F
• Rash covers large areas of your body
• Rash is in your eyes or mouth
• Pus is coming from the blisters
• Rash does not get better after a few days