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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">All,</span></font></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Welcome to
another semester at Eastern Oklahoma State College.<span> </span>I am Alton Jones, Chief of Police and Director
of Emergency Management.<span> </span>Each month I
will be sending an email to all Eastern students, faculty, and staff that will address a
particular safety point.<span> </span>It is August in Southeast Oklahoma which means it is HOT!<span> </span>We probably will not see much relief in
temperatures until October.<span> </span>That being
said, here are a few heat safety tips.<span></span></span></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Outdoor workers who are exposed to hot and humid
conditions are at risk of heat-related illness. The risk of heat-related
illness becomes greater as the weather gets hotter and more humid. This situation
is particularly serious when hot weather arrives suddenly early in the season,
before workers have had a chance to adapt to warm weather.<span></span></span></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">For people working outdoors in hot weather, both air
temperature and humidity affect how hot they feel. The "heat index"
is a single value that takes both temperature and humidity into account. The
higher the heat index, the hotter the weather feels, since sweat does not
readily evaporate and cool the skin. The heat index is a better measure than air
temperature alone for estimating the risk to workers from environmental heat
sources.<span></span></span></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><b><u><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Tips
for Preventing Heat-Related Illness<span></span></span></u></b></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><b><i><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Stay
Cool<span></span></span></i></b></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><b><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Wear Appropriate Clothing:</span></b><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""> Choose
lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing.<span></span></span></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><b><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Stay Cool Indoors:</span></b><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""> Stay
in an air-conditioned place as much as possible. If your home does not have air
conditioning, go to the shopping mall or public library—even a few hours spent in
air conditioning can help your body stay cooler when you go back into the heat.
Call your local health department to see if there are any heat-relief shelters
in your area.<span></span></span></font></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Keep
in mind: Electric fans may provide comfort, but when the temperature is in
the high 90s, they will not prevent heat-related illness. Taking a cool
shower or bath or moving to an air-conditioned place is a much better way
to cool off. Use your stove and oven less to maintain a cooler temperature
in your home.<span></span></span></font></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><b><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Schedule Outdoor Activities
Carefully: </span></b><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Try to limit your outdoor activity to
when it’s coolest, like morning and evening hours. Rest often in shady areas so
that your body has a chance to recover.<span></span></span></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><b><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Pace Yourself:</span></b><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""> Cut
down on exercise during the heat. If you’re not accustomed to working or
exercising in a hot environment, start slowly and pick up the pace gradually.
If exertion in the heat makes your heart pound and leaves you gasping for
breath, STOP all activity. Get into a cool area or into the shade, and rest,
especially if you become lightheaded, confused, weak, or faint.<span></span></span></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><b><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Wear Sunscreen:</span></b><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""> Sunburn
affects your body’s ability to cool down and can make you dehydrated. If you
must go outdoors, protect yourself from the sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat,
sunglasses, and by putting on sunscreen of SPF 15 or higher 30 minutes prior to
going out. Continue to reapply it according to the package directions.<span></span></span></font></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><b><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Tip:</span></b><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""> Look
for sunscreens that say “broad spectrum” or “UVA/UVB protection” on their
labels- these products work best.<span></span></span></font></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><b><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Do Not Leave Children in Cars:</span></b><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""> Cars
can quickly heat up to dangerous temperatures, even with a window cracked open.
While anyone left in a parked car is at risk, children are especially at risk
of getting a heat stroke or dying. When traveling with children, remember to do
the following:<span></span></span></font></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Never
leave infants, children or pets in a parked car, even if the windows are
cracked open.<span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">To
remind yourself that a child is in the car, keep a stuffed animal in the
car seat. When the child is buckled in, place the stuffed animal in the
front with the driver.<span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">When
leaving your car, check to be sure everyone is out of the car. Do not
overlook any children who have fallen asleep in the car.<span></span></span></font></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><b><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Avoid Hot and Heavy Meals:</span></b><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""> They
add heat to your body!<span></span></span></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><b><i><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Stay
Hydrated<span></span></span></i></b></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Drink Plenty of Fluids:</span></b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""> Drink more fluids, regardless of how active you are.
Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink.<span></span></span></font></p>
<ul style="margin-bottom:0in" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Warning:</span></b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""> If
your doctor limits the amount you drink or has you on water pills, ask how
much you should drink while the weather is hot.<span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Stay away from very sugary or alcoholic drinks</span></b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">—these actually cause you to lose more body fluid. Also
avoid very cold drinks, because they can cause stomach cramps.<span></span></span></font></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Replace Salt and Minerals:</span></b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""> Heavy sweating removes salt and minerals from the body
that need to be replaced. A sports drink can replace the salt and minerals you
lose in sweat.<span></span></span></font></p>
<ul style="margin-bottom:0in" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">If you are on a low-salt diet, have diabetes, high
blood pressure, or other chronic conditions, talk with your doctor before
drinking a sports beverage or taking salt tablets.<span></span></span></font></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Keep Your Pets Hydrated:</span></b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""> Provide plenty of fresh water for your pets, and leave
the water in a shady area.<span></span></span></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><b><i><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Stay
Informed<span></span></span></i></b></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Check for Updates:</span></b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""> Check your local news for extreme heat alerts and
safety tips and to learn about any cooling shelters in your area.<span></span></span></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Know the Signs:</span></b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""> Learn the signs and symptoms of heat-related
illnesses and how to treat them.<span></span></span></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Use a Buddy System: When working in
the heat, monitor the condition of your co-workers and have someone do the same
for you. Heat-induced illness can cause a person to become confused or lose
consciousness. If you are 65 years of age or older, have a friend or relative
call to check on you twice a day during a heat wave. If you know someone in
this age group, check on them at least twice a day.<span></span></span></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Monitor Those at High Risk:</span></b><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""> Although anyone at any time can suffer from
heat-related illness, some people are at greater risk than others:<span></span></span></font></p>
<ul style="margin-bottom:0in" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Infants and young children<span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">People 65 years of age or older<span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">People who are overweight<span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">People who overexert during work or exercise<span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">People who are physically ill, especially with heart
disease or high blood pressure, or who take certain medications, such as
for depression, insomnia, or poor circulation<span></span></span></font></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Visit adults at risk at least twice
a day and closely watch them for signs of heat exhaustion or heat stroke.
Infants and young children, of course, need much more frequent watching.<span></span></span></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">For more information on Heat Safety
please visit the following websites. <span></span></span></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""><a href="https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/heatillness/heat_index/index.html" style="color:blue;text-decoration:underline" target="_blank">https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/heatillness/heat_index/index.html</a><span></span></span></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""><a href="https://www.weather.gov/safety/heat" style="color:blue;text-decoration:underline" target="_blank">https://www.weather.gov/safety/heat</a><span></span></span></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><font size="4"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""><span> </span></span></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center;margin:0in 0in 10pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"" align="center"><font size="4"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Resources<span></span></span></font></p><div><font size="4"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention, <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/disasters/extremeheat/heattips.html" target="_blank">https://www.cdc.gov/disasters/extremeheat/heattips.html</a></span></font></div><div><font size="4"><br><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""><span></span></span></font></div><div><font size="4"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Occupational
Safety and Health Administration, <a href="https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/heatillness/heat_index/index.html" target="_blank">https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/heatillness/heat_index/index.html</a></span></font></div><div><font size="4"><br><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""><span></span></span></font></div><font size="4"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">National
Weather Service, <a href="https://www.weather.gov/safety/heat" target="_blank">https://www.weather.gov/safety/heat</a><span></span></span>
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