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Heat Stress and Heat Illness Prevention for Hospitality – SS5091AE (10 Min.)

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1

Heat illness can affect workers in both indoor and outdoor work environments.

True
False

2

Heat cramps may be caused by dehydration and the loss of salt through sweating.

True
False

3

Under California’s Indoor Heat Illness Prevention Standard, employers must take protective steps when workplace temperatures reach 82°F or higher.

True
False

4

Workers should wait until they feel thirsty before drinking water during hot working conditions.

True
False

5

New employees and workers returning after time away should gradually adjust to working in hot conditions.

True
False

6

Confusion or loss of consciousness can be warning signs of heat stroke.

True
False

7

Which of the following is a common symptom of heat exhaustion?

Heavy sweating and dizziness
Improved concentration
Increased energy
Cold hands only

8

What should a worker do if they begin to feel overheated?

Continue working until the next scheduled break
Take a cool-down break
Drink an energy drink
Put on additional personal protective equipment

9

Which of the following can help reduce heat exposure in the workplace?

Reducing ventilation
Skipping rest breaks
Using fans or cooling systems
Increasing the workload

10

What is the most important first action when a worker shows signs of heat stroke?

Give the worker a meal
Have the worker finish their shift
Call 911 immediately
Wait to see if the symptoms improve