A social insurance and labor consultant explains what should be reviewed regarding heatstroke prevention at construction sites, one year after the measures became mandatory. The focus is on reconfirming procedures for periods of extreme heat.
It has been one year since heatstroke prevention measures at construction sites became legally mandatory. This article examines the current state of on-site measures and the points that should be reconfirmed during periods of extreme heat.
The social insurance and labor consultant providing the explanation proposes reviewing specific on-site measures and addresses practical points, including improving working conditions, properly managing breaks and hydration, and ensuring thorough heatstroke-prevention training.