Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
2003
Course Name
Water Industry Working in Extreme Temperatures
Contact Hours
1.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
Vector Solutions
Primary Contact
Stephanie Tuton
Stephanie.Tuton@vectorsolutions.com
866-546-1212 Ext.
Website
Description
Employees may work under conditions of hot or cold temperature extremes. Regulation of body temperature, which is an important physiological function, can be impaired under temperature extremes and result in heat or cold related illness. This course highlights the nature of heat and cold stress-related disorders, the necessary measures to prevent these problems, and how to identify and respond to these situations if they do occur.
Course Level
Basic thru Intermediate
Course Content
* Heat Stress
* Heat Sources and Stress Factors
* Heat Stress Disorders and Symptoms
* Heat Exhaustion
* Heat Cramps
* Measures to Prevent/Reduce Heat Stress
* Cold Stress
* Cold Stress Disorders and Symptoms
* To Prevent/Reduce Cold Stress
* Clothing Recommendations
* Heat and Cold Exposure Limits
Target Audience
This course is intended for professional operators, technicians, and management personnel of water districts, agencies and organizations.
Training Format
Virtual Asynchronous