Beat the Heat: 7 Essential Factors for Managing Heat Stress on Industrial Sites
- Avid Edge Team
- Oct 15
- 2 min read
Queensland's high temperatures can make construction, mining, and industrial work physically demanding, and potentially dangerous. Effective heat stress management is critical to site safety, team performance, and long-term health.
At Avid Edge, we help clients implement practical strategies and provide Thorzt hydration and cooling products to keep crews safe, comfortable, and performing at their best in extreme heat.
The 7 Key Factors of a Heat Stress Management Plan
1: Education and Training
Educate workers about the hazards of accumulating body heat due to working in a hot workplace, including the possible symptoms or signs to watch out for.
Provide training on what to do when heat stress strikes or how to prevent it from occurring.
Thorzt Cooling Products: Equip workers with cooling gear like vests and headwear to enhance comfort and reduce heat strain.
2: Workplace Monitoring
Monitor every member of the workforce who might be exposed to high levels of heat.
Be aware of workers' medical conditions that can worsen due to heat stress.
Thorzt Cooling Products: Use cooling apparel to help maintain optimal body temperature and reduce heat-related risks.
3: Work Rate Monitoring
Monitor the rate of work performed by each member of the workforce to prevent overexertion.
Implement scheduled resting periods to allow the body to recover.
Thorzt Cooling Products: Provide cooling gear to help workers recover during breaks and maintain performance levels.
4: Work Environment Monitoring
Keep track of the level of heat and humidity in the workplace.
Make adjustments to workloads and resting periods as necessary.
Thorzt Cooling Products: Utilise cooling products to help workers adapt to varying environmental conditions.
5: Heat Acclimatisation and Physical Fitness
Allow the human body to adapt to high levels of heat in the workplace through gradual exposure.
Encourage physical fitness to increase heat tolerance.
Thorzt Cooling Products: Support acclimatisation with cooling gear that aids in temperature regulation.
6: Body Cooling Strategies
Implement strategies to cool down the body, such as wearing cooling vests, designating PPE-free areas, ingestion of crushed ice, and proper hydration through electrolyte drinks.
Thorzt Cooling Products: Offer a range of cooling apparel designed to effectively reduce body temperature.
7: Rest and Nutrition
Ensure workers get enough rest during and after shifts.
Provide proper nutrition to help recover energy and lost electrolytes.
Thorzt Cooling Products: Combine with hydration solutions to support overall recovery and performance.
Implementing a Heat Stress Plan on Your Site
A heat stress management plan is not just a safety requirement—it’s a performance strategy. Proper planning ensures your team:
Stays hydrated and cool
Maintains focus and reaction times
Reduces heat-related injuries and fatigue
Performs at their best, even in extreme conditions
Avid Edge can help you equip your crews with Thorzt cooling solutions and integrate them into your site’s heat stress management strategy.
Keep your team cool, safe, and performing at their best. Get a quote today to explore the full range of Thorzt cooling products for your work site.
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