Summer temperatures and humidity are here.  If you haven’t already, now is the time to ensure your heat illness prevention program is up to date and implemented.  Your supervisors and employees need to have adequate training on the hazards leading to heat stress and how to prevent heat illness.

Today was one of the hottest days of the year- now it’s time take necessary precautions on heat exhaustion if you haven't already.

Happy first day of Summer!!! Now it’s time take necessary precautions on heat exhaustion.

Heat exhaustion is a serious illness resulting from exposure to hot, humid conditions, and it’s often accompanied by dehydration. Without swift intervention, heat exhaustion can progress into heat stroke, which can have serious implications on vital organs and even result in death.

Are you glad it’s summertime? I know I am! Not only is summer a great time for some relaxation and traveling, but it is a great opportunity to try out some new recipes and master the grill. Ladies, grilling isn’t just for the man of the house. And men, there are more things to grill than just a big steak! Some of my favorites include grilled chicken, zucchini squash, and even grilled pineapple! Preparing individual skewers of meat and vegetables can help to aid in portion control. As with any type of cooking, it is important to ensure your grilled meats reach the proper internal temperature to prevent food-borne illness. This can be done with a food thermometer which can easily be found at your local grocery store. Let’s look at some of those temperatures.