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Thermal Stress Risk Assessments and Monitoring Services
A thermal stress risk is done to determine the heat stress levels or cold stress levels existing throughout the workplace and to identify potential health hazards in respect of the Environmental Regulations for Workplaces, Sub-Regulation 2 (Thermal Requirements) framed under the Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 (Act No 85 of 1993).Most popular related searches
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Heat Stress – Heat stress is generally caused by a combination of air temperature, radiant heat, airflow and humidity. When any one of these factors can be controlled, the heat stress will decrease. If these conditions are not monitored correctly employees may be exposed to:
- Dehydration
- Heat Stroke
- Fainting
- Poor concentration & Fatigue
Cold Stress – The cooling of the whole body or parts of the body results in discomfort, impaired sensory and neuromuscular function, and ultimately, cold injury. If employees are not protected from cold stress they could be exposed to:
- Skin sensation and discomfort
- Hyperventilation
- Shivering
- Hypothermia
- Impaired mental function