Beat the Heat Stress- HSME Magazine, June 2023

What is heat stress?
Heat stress is a combination of factors that lead to increased heat storage in the body. It happens when the body’s thermoregulation control systems start to fail. The main way our body cools its internal temperature is by sweating, so it isn’t just hot temperatures you need to be wary of. High temperatures, high humidity and high work rate can all cause heat stress. Click here to learn more about heat stress and the ways you can reduce the risk.