How to cope with the heat while working: useful tips

As temperatures rise, both office workers and those who work outdoors are forced to deal with the summer heat. Regardless of whether you spend your days in air-conditioned rooms or go outside in the sunshine, following these simple tips can make working in hot conditions more bearable.

UAportal has prepared some valuable tips on how to escape the heat and ensure productivity in the summer months. By implementing these tips, you can make your workdays more comfortable.

Tips for a specific profession

For workers in professions such as movers, construction workers, and parking lot attendants who wear uniforms, the following tips will help you cope with the heat:

– Bring plenty of water. Portable coolers are a great investment to ensure you have access to refreshments throughout the day.

– Keep wet wipes handy to wipe sweat and dirt off your face and body.

– Take regular breaks of 10 minutes every hour or 15 minutes every two hours to give your body a chance to rest in the heat.

– If possible, seek shade to minimize the risk of sunstroke. If shade is not available, take short breaks in shaded areas whenever possible.

– Install sun shades on car windows if you work in a car. This simple addition can reduce the temperature in the cabin by 5-7 degrees.

Tips for the office

For professionals working in offices without air conditioning or fans, the following tips can make life easier:

– Prioritize important tasks and meetings during the cooler part of the day, usually in the morning hours.

– Place a container of water on your desk to create a cooling effect as the water evaporates. An aquarium can effectively serve this purpose.

– Spray cold water from time to time from a spray bottle to reduce the temperature in the room.

– Wash your hands regularly with cool water. Also, try wetting your earlobes to help cool your body.

– Protect windows from direct sunlight with film or blinds, which will significantly reduce heat absorption.

– Increase ventilation by opening windows or creating airflow with fans.

Tips for the road

A small fan and a bottle of cold water, preferably non-carbonated, can help you not only during working hours but also when traveling to and from work.

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