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RAMADAN AND HEAT – HSE TIPS

Ramadan HSE Tips Heat Stress Prevention Tips First Aid Tips
Measure Body Mass Index (BMI)
and set a SMART goal for Learn the signs and symptoms of heat
achieving and maintaining a related illnesses and how to respond
healthy BMI Buildup tolerance to the heat and the
Health: work activity slowly
Exercise regularly during Call for Emergency help
Ramadan (low intensity Use the buddy system, with the people immediately 02-6013333
“ Healthy Body”
by Controlling workouts) working in pairs
If the symptoms include dizziness or
Body Weight lightheadedness, lay the victim on
Perform the heaviest work during the
Make healthy nutritional choices
coolest part of the day his back. Move the victim to a cool
after breaking fast and avoid
shaded area
over eating in order to maintain Drink plenty of cool water through the
a healthy body day If symptoms include seizures or fits
Practice safe driving during move any nearby objects away from
fasting hours Wear light, loose fitting, breathable the person
clothing such as cotton where possible
Avoid speeding in order to If symptoms include nausea or
Safety: Take frequent short breaks in cool vomiting or the victim is
attend Iftar shaded areas to allow the body to cool
unconscious, lay the victim on his
down
“Safe Driving” Avoid driving while feeling
side
targeting zero sleepy or tired (fatigue) Maintain a balance diet. Avoid eating
Road Accidents large meals before working in hot Loosen and remove any heavy
environments clothing, Have the person drink cool
Plan properly and leave early to
water
avoid the need for over
Avoid tea, coffee and soft drinks. These
speeding beverages contain caffeine that make the In case of heat stroke, cool the
body lose water and increase the risk for person’s body by fanning and
Environment: health illnesses sponge with cold water. Place ice
Take only the amount of food
packs under the armpits and groin
that can be consumed without Check with health provider to see if any
“Waste-less area
leftovers medicine you are taking effect you when
Food” working in hot environments
targeting Zero Support sharing / distribution of
Food Waste to excess food to the needy Avoid working under direct sunlight from
Landfill 12:30 to 3:00 pm, comply with Mid-Day
break rule by Law (from mid June)

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