With summer fast approaching, many of our Clients in the UAE & GCC have work forces working outside or in warehouses and factories. These areas can heat up to the ambient temperature which is 40 – 46 degree Celsius in summer.
The effects of heat on people working in hot conditions include fatigue, poor concentration, heat stroke, sickness and organ failure.
Andrews Sykes would like to offer some safety tips:
Drinks loads of water: avoid caffeinated & alcoholic drinks. Sugary/soda drinks take longer than water & sports drinks to be absorbed by the body so avoid these if working outdoors.
Dress for summer: wear light coloured clothing to reflect the sunlight and apply SPF sun cream on all exposed skin. Wear hats to protect face and head.
Avoid going outside during the middle of the day: avoid going into the sun between midday and 3pm when the sun is the hottest.
Spend more time in air conditioned areas: they might include offices, homes, air-conditioned warehouses or factories. Andrews Sykes has a full range of AC units which include: package AC units, tube exhaust AC units, split AC units, outdoors fans and evaporative coolers to support the above applications.
For more information on how our services can benefit your application, or to discuss your needs with a trained operative, please call us today on 800 79537 or [email protected] We provide all customers with free site surveys which will help us to devise a cost-efficient air conditioning package specifically designed for your surroundings.