The warm seasons are typically the busiest months for commercial construction. But with the warm seasons comes the risk of heat-related illnesses, which can have a detrimental effect on employee health and safety. Heat-related illnesses can cause serious health problems and, in some cases, hospitalization or death. From a business standpoint, the costs associated with occupational heat-related illnesses can be significant, affecting both work productivity and, ultimately, a company’s bottom line. But there are some key strategies and tactics business leaders can implement to protect their workforces from the dangers of excessive indoor and outdoor heat.

Reprinted courtesy of Deepa Rajakrishnan, Construction Executive, a publication of Associated Builders and Contractors. All rights reserved.