Heat stroke is one of the most common dangers faced by outdoor workers. Summers in St. Louis can be hot and unbearable and if you work in an industry where you are outside all day, it can wreak havoc on your health. If you are outside for an extended amount of time, it is essential … Read more
If you suffer a heat stroke at work, you may be entitled to workers compensation benefits. Outdoor workers become vulnerable to heat related illnesses, and can suffer a heat stroke due to exposure to very high temperatures. A heat stroke has a serious physical impact and it also increases the risk of accidents in the … Read more
As the summer months heat up in St. Louis, outdoor workers face a higher risk of heat-related illnesses. There are a growing number of workers suffering from heat related illnesses during the hot summer months. These illnesses such as heat stroke, are particularly prevalent in employees who work outdoors like gardeners and construction workers. We … Read more
Roofing workers need to be extremely cautious during the sweltering heat of summer months. Roofing is not an easy or pleasant job on any day and during the summer months it becomes even more difficult. It been compared to working in a blast furnace. The biggest threat is that of heat-related injuries; however, there are other hazards … Read more