Newsroom, Safety Newsletter
As sweltering summer weather continues to heat up, it is important to remember that physical activity at elevated temperatures can directly affect your health and indirectly result in an accident. Fatigue, loss of fluids and other conditions can lead to a number of heat-related illnesses and injuries, even death.
Whether you are working through the dog days of August or in a heated area in the dead of winter, it is important to recognize the symptoms of heat stress—and when you are vulnerable to it.
What causes heat stress?
When are you at risk for heat stress?
What are the symptoms of heat stress?
How can you prevent heat stress?
Preventing heat stress is a matter of controlling the factors that cause it. Always take precaution—and if you work alone in a hot environment, develop a “buddy system” so someone will check in on you periodically.
Stay hydrated. Stay alert. Stay safe.
And thank you for all you do at Champion.
On August 7, 2024, Joe DeMello and the Tony Mercados crew were working at the Pilgrim Nuclear Station. While tying down a Hi-Dot shipment, Joe noticed the vendor-supplied chains showed significant wear. One appeared to have been dragged behind the trailer, eroding several of its links. Another was held together by bent bolts and rivets—and was not safely attached at either end.
Together with Rich Joy and Keith Kyser, Joe demonstrated exceptional accountability and attention to detail. Though it was not the team’s job to inspect the chains, they took it upon themselves to make sure the load was secure for transport—and helped avoid a serious accident.
It is with immense pride and respect that we commend the team for their commitment to safety. They are the perfect example of the standards Champion sets for itself and a critical reminder that safety is everyone’s job.
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