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How to Keep Cool at Worksites

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Greetings from KameLo Safety :) With August around the corner, we would like to share with you some tips on how to keep cool during the hot summer months at your worksite. 1. Safety Hats - If you need a hard hat, make sure to cover your neck with UV resistant cloth to reduce the risk of sunburns. - Wear sunscreen on your neck and ears as well to protect from burns. - If you are not wearing a hard hat, make sure you wear a  wide brimmed hat or a cap to cover your face from the sun. Make sure to wear sunscreen. 2. Clothing - Wear long-sleeves if possible. If long sleeves are too hot, wear arm sleeves  made from UV-protected material. - Wearing long sleeves can also protect you from mosquito bites. - Long pants also protect from stings, cuts, and grazes as well as providing sun protection. 3. Sunscreen - Apply sunscreen every 2-3 hours. - You should use sunscreen with at least SPF 30 4. Safety glasses with ...

How to Keep Cool on Your Worksite this Summer

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Welding and construction sites can get  extremely hot during the summer seasons. Here are some tips on how you can  stay cool this summer on your work site! Choose the right fabric. Make sure the gloves you are using this summer are made with HPPE such as TenActiv ™ or Dyneema ® fiber. HPPE has a naturally cool feel to it and is lighter than para-aramid fibers such as Kevlar ®. If you're using leather welding gloves, make sure they have 100% cotton lining so that they will absorb any sweat. At the end of the day, it is always good to turn the cuffs inside out so that air can get into the  gloves  to dry any moisture. This will prevent any    unpleasant smell  or bacteria from forming . Take advantage of arm sleeves. Arm protection has become very popular not only in the working industry, but also in outdoor activities. In the summer months, it is difficult to protect our arms s...