Safety_Week_2026_Short_El_Nino_Heat_Stress_Emergency.pptx

[Audio] SAFETY WEEK 2026 EL NIÑO RISK MANAGEMENT & HEAT STRESS PREVENTION Beat the Heat. Stay Safe. Protect Lives. WATER REST SHADE.

[Audio] SAFETY WEEK 2026 El Niño: workplace risks HOT CONDITIONS WATER SHORTAGE FIRE & POWER RISKS High heat and humidity can increase the risk of dehydration and heatrelated illness. Dry conditions may affect water availability. Protect drinking-water and sanitation supplies. Dry vegetation can burn easily. High demand or outages may affect cooling and ventilation. Check official weather advisories and actual workplace conditions. El Niño impacts vary by location. BEAT THE HEAT STAY ALERT PROTECT EVERYONE 02.

[Audio] SAFETY WEEK 2026 Recognize heat-related illness HEAT EXHAUSTION HEAT STROKE — EMERGENCY Heavy sweating Headache or dizziness Weakness or unusual tiredness Nausea or muscle cramps Excessive thirst Confusion or unusual behavior Slurred speech Seizures or collapse Loss of consciousness Very high body temperature If someone feels unwell in the heat: STOP WORK and tell a supervisor immediately. BEAT THE HEAT STAY ALERT PROTECT EVERYONE 03.

[Audio] SAFETY WEEK 2026 Prevent heat stress WATER REST SHADE Drink cool, safe water regularly. Do not wait until you feel thirsty. Take scheduled breaks and use a cool or shaded recovery area. Avoid prolonged direct sunlight where possible. PLAN WORK MONITOR Schedule heavy tasks during cooler periods when practical. Check heat alerts and look out for co-workers. BEAT THE HEAT STAY ALERT PROTECT EVERYONE 04.

[Audio] SAFETY WEEK 2026 Emergency procedure: heat illness IF HEAT EXHAUSTION IS SUSPECTED IF HEAT STROKE IS SUSPECTED 1. Stop work and move the person to a cool or shaded area. 2. Loosen unnecessary outer clothing. 3. Cool the person with wet cloths, water and fanning. 4. If fully alert and able to swallow, offer small sips of cool water. 5. Inform the supervisor / first aider and monitor. 6. Get medical help if symptoms worsen or do not improve. 1. CALL 911 / activate the site emergency response immediately. 2. Move the person to a cooler area and start rapid cooling. 3. Wet the skin and fan; use cold-water immersion if trained and safe. 4. Do NOT give food or drink if confused or unconscious. 5. Do not leave the person alone. Continue cooling while help is coming. Treat suspected heat stroke as a life-threatening emergency. Do not delay emergency care. BEAT THE HEAT STAY ALERT PROTECT EVERYONE 05.

[Audio] SAFETY WEEK 2026 Emergency procedure: fire, water & power FIRE / GRASS FIRE WATER SHORTAGE POWER / COOLING FAILURE 1. Report low or unsafe water supply. 2. Do not drink water from an unapproved source. 3. Follow site instructions for safe drinking water and sanitation. 4. Inform the supervisor if water shortage affects safe work. 1. Raise the alarm and notify the supervisor / security. 2. Evacuate using the designated route. 3. Keep away from smoke and the fire area. 4. Call 911 / local responders. 5. Use an extinguisher only if trained, the fire is small, and escape is clear. 1. Report the outage or ventilation failure. 2. Stop or relocate heat-exposed work if conditions become unsafe. 3. Move to a safe, cooler location. 4. Follow site emergency and restart procedures. 5. Do not operate damaged electrical equipment. BEAT THE HEAT STAY ALERT PROTECT EVERYONE 06.

[Audio] SAFETY WEEK 2026 Everyone has a role SUPERVISORS SAFETY / HR / TRAINING EMPLOYEES Check conditions and hazards Provide water, rest and shade Adjust work when needed Activate emergency response Share advisories and procedures Conduct safety briefings Keep training and incident records Follow up corrective actions Hydrate and take breaks Watch out for co-workers Report symptoms and hazards Stop work and seek help if unsafe BEAT THE HEAT STAY ALERT PROTECT EVERYONE 07.

[Audio] SAFETY WEEK 2026 REMEMBER: WATER REST SHADE STOP WORK. REPORT THE DANGER. GET HELP. Emergency contacts: 911 / Local Emergency Response: __________________ Site First Aider / Clinic: __________________________ Supervisor / Safety Officer: _______________________ NO TASK IS SO URGENT THAT IT CANNOT BE DONE SAFELY..