Bison Product Guide Edition 2.0 - Flipbook - Page 149
A GUIDE TO RECOGNISE AND DEAL WITH HEAT RELATED ILLNESS
HEADACHE
FAINTING
WEAKNESS
STAY HYDRATED
STAY COOL
Recognize the warning signs and
symptoms of heat related illness:
headache, dizziness, fainting,
weakness, wet skin, irritability,
confusion, thirst, nausea,
vomiting.
Drink water every 15 minutes don’t wait until you’re thirsty. Don’t
drink liquids that contain alcohol or
large amounts of sugar as these
cause you to dehydrate. Alternate
water with specially designed
workplace rehydration drinks like
Thorzt to help replace electrolytes.
Give your body time to slowly
acclimate to the weather.
Schedule frequent rest periods in
cool, shaded areas.
Limit sun exposure and time in high
temperatures.
Wear loose, lightweight clothing
and a wide-brimmed hat.
DIZZINESS
CONFUSION
IRRITABILITY
THIRST
NAUSEA
VOMITING
WET SKIN
A G U I D E T O S P O T T I N G T H E S Y M P T O M S O F H E AT R E L AT E D I L L N E S S
HEAT
CRAMPS
HEAT EXHAUSTION
HEAT CRAMPS
HEAT STROKE
This can develop after
several days of exposure
to high temperatures and
inadequate fluid intake.
Muscle spasms in the
abdomen, arms or legs.
A condition that occurs when the body is unable to
regulate its temperature. It can cause permanent
disability and even death if emergency treatment
is not provided. A worker suffering from Heat
Stroke may become confused, unable to think
clearly, pass out, collapse or have seizures.
T H E R I S K FA C T O R S
Waterproof clothing can
cause overheating.
Poor physical condition
or health problems.
Too much alcohol or
caffeine. Lack of sleep
or eating disorders.
APPAREL
APPAREL
KNOW THE SIGNS
STE P S TO TAK E
HOW TO REACT
IF A WORKMATE
BECOMES
OVERHEATED
Call a supervisor or
co-worker. If they’re not
available call 111.
TTMC-W17
TTMC-W17
PRACTISING SAFETY IN THE HEAT
Move them to a cool
shaded area.
23301OX POLO TTMC-W17 X-BACK QUICK-DRY
COTTON BACKED
243052O POLO TTMC-W17 POLYESTER
Standards: TTMC-W17 (CoPTTM). AS/NZS 4602.1:2011 + AMDT 2:2020
Class DN. AS/NZS 1906.4:2010 Class F. Ultraviolet Protection Factor
complies with: AS/NZS 4399.2017.
Standards: TTMC-W17 (CoPTTM). AS/NZS 4602.1:2011 + AMDT 2:2020
Class DN. AS/NZS 1906.4:2010 Class F. Ultraviolet Protection Factor
complies with: AS/NZS 4399.2017.
• Wicking panels for superior comfort and ventilation
• Reflective X-back tape for front-to-back differentiation
• UPF 50+ main fabric
• Chest pocket with button closure
• Reflective tape
• UPF 30 Protection
• Industries: Construction & Trades, Infrastructure & Roading,
Agriculture & Forestry, Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics
• Fabric: 150gsm Polyester with Cotton back
• Colour: Orange (Navy collar) / Sizes: S-3XL, 5XL, 8XL
Old Code: VTX14TTMC
• Industries: Construction & Trades, Infrastructure & Roading,
Agriculture & Forestry, Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics
• Fabric: 150gsm Polyester
• Colour: Orange (Navy collar) / Sizes: S-3XL, 5XL
Old Code: PTBPOLS
Fan and mist the worker to
cool them down. Stay with
them until help arrives.
233051O POLO TTMC-W17 POLYESTER
23302O POLO TTMC-W17 QUICK-DRY
COTTON BACKED
24302O POLO TTMC-W17 QUICK-DRY
COTTON BACKED
24302OX POLO TTMC-W17 X-BACK QUICK-DRY
COTTON BACKED
Standards: TTMC-W17 (CoPTTM). AS/NZS 4602.1:2011 + AMDT 2:2020
Class DN. AS/NZS 1906.4:2010 Class F. Ultraviolet Protection Factor
complies with: AS/NZS 4399.2017.
Standards: TTMC-W17 (CoPTTM). AS/NZS 4602.1:2011 + AMDT 2:2020
Class DN. AS/NZS 1906.4:2010 Class F. Ultraviolet Protection Factor
complies with: AS/NZS 4399.2017.
Standards: TTMC-W17 (CoPTTM). AS/NZS 4602.1:2011 + AMDT 2:2020
Class DN. AS/NZS 1906.4:2010 Class F. Ultraviolet Protection Factor
complies with: AS/NZS 4399.2017.
Standards: TTMC-W17 (CoPTTM). AS/NZS 4602.1:2011 + AMDT 2:2020
Class DN. AS/NZS 1906.4:2010 Class F. Ultraviolet Protection Factor
complies with: AS/NZS 4399.2017.
• Chest pocket with button closure
• Reflective tape
• UPF 30 Protection
• Wicking panels for superior comfort and ventilation
• Chest pocket with velcro closure flap, reflective tape
• UPF 50+ main fabric
• Wicking panels for superior comfort and ventilation
• Stretch reflective X-back tape for front-to-back differentiation
• UPF 50+ main fabric, UPF 30 wicking panels
• Industries: Construction & Trades, Infrastructure & Roading,
Agriculture & Forestry, Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics
• Fabric: 150gsm Polyester
• Colour: Orange (Navy collar) / Sizes: S-3XL, 5XL / Old Code: PTBPO
• Industries: Construction & Trades, Infrastructure & Roading,
Agriculture & Forestry, Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics
• Fabric: 150gsm Polyester with Cotton back
• Colour: Orange (Navy collar) / Sizes: S-3XL, 5XL, 8XL
Old Code: V14TTMC
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Wicking panels for superior comfort and ventilation
Chest pocket with velcro closure flap
Stretch reflective tape
UPF 50+ main fabric, UPF 30 wicking panels
• Industries: Construction & Trades, Infrastructure & Roading,
Agriculture & Forestry, Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics
• Fabric: 150gsm Polyester with Cotton back
• Colour: Orange (Navy collar) / Sizes: S-3XL, 5XL, 8XL / Old Code: V14LS
• Industries: Construction & Trades, Infrastructure & Roading,
Agriculture & Forestry, Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics
• Fabric: 150gsm Polyester with Cotton back
• Colour: Orange (Navy collar) / Sizes: S-3XL, 5XL, 8XL
Old Code: VTX14LS
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