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Course Intro
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Welcome
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Understanding the Effect Heat Has on Construction Workers
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Quiz
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Heat Illness Types, Symptoms, and First Aid
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Quiz
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General Recommendations
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Quiz
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Practical Determination of Heat Hazard Categories
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Recommended Actions for Low to Moderate Heat Conditions
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Recommended Actions for High to Extreme Heat Conditions
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Quiz
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Conclusion
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Final Quiz
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We want to hear from you!
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Course Conclusion
Heat Hazards -- Procore Safety Qualified Series (Part 1)
Learn essential heat safety practices for construction jobsites. Protect your team from heat illness with expert guidance and practical tips.
Instructor: Jim Rogers
1 hour
6,538 students
Last reviewed 9/2024
Video Content
Course Description
This course is part of the Procore Safety Qualified Program (PSQ), a series of courses designed to provide education, strategies, and resources aimed at fostering a culture of safety in the construction industry.
Working in high temperatures can be extremely dangerous to the health and safety of construction workers. Having an understanding of how our bodies respond to extreme heat is vital for those who work in warm climates. We can’t control the weather, but we can make sure that we are prepared to identify and manage heat-related illness on the job.
In this course, Jim Rogers shares important information on managing health and safety issues related to working in extreme heat conditions on construction jobsites. With his deep experience in construction safety and training, Jim provides you with pragmatic strategies to stay safe under intense heat. Whether you're a construction worker, foreman or someone leading a field team, this course emphasizes the importance of recognizing heat-related hazards and implementing preventive measures to ensure safety.
The course is broken into several modules, each covering different aspects of heat safety. You'll learn about the body's mechanisms for releasing heat, the factors that increase the risk of heat illness, and the various types of heat-related ailments such as heat rash, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. You will gain knowledge on effective hydration practices and the significance of acclimatization for new and returning workers.
By the end of this course, you'll be equipped with the skills to identify, mitigate and handle heat risks on jobsites. You will learn to implement heat safety protocols, recognize symptoms of heat illness, and provide proper heat acclimatization for your team. This training aims to improve safety, productivity, and overall jobsite health conditions, whether you're on the front lines or managing a team.
Learning Objectives
Identify the symptoms of common heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
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Learn how to better prepare for working in the heat.
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Understand the ways in which the human body regulates temperature.
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Determine how to effectively respond to heat-related illness on the job.
Prerequisites
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Learning Level: Intermediate
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Prerequisite Knowledge: Basic understanding of general construction safety practices
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Recommended Knowledge: Familiarity with OSHA regulations and previous experience working on construction sites
Continuing Education Course Credits
Course Title: Procore Safety Qualified: Heat Hazards
Course Number: PC-311-092024
Session Number: 1
Curriculum Group Name: AIA Providers
Credit: 1 AIA LU
Course Expiration Date: 09/24/2027
Procore's Continuing Education courses may qualify for continuing education credits with other professional organizations or fulfill state licensing requirements. If you are a member of a different organization, you can download your course completion certificate from your learning profile and report your completion yourself to the organization for potential credit. Please refer to the organization's continuing education requirements for course eligibility information.
AIA CES Provider statement
Procore Technologies is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 40108059. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).
This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
Frequently Asked Questions
What topics does the course cover?
The course covers heat safety mechanisms, risk factors for heat illness, types of heat-related ailments, first aid measures, hydration practices, and acclimatization strategies for construction workers.
What specific skills will I gain from this course?
This course will teach you how to recognize heat-related illnesses, implement effective heat risk management strategies, and develop acclimatization plans for construction workers.
What's Next
Continue your learning journey
This course is part of the Procore Safety Qualified Learning Path. Explore and complete the additional courses in the path below to complete your journey.
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Instructors
Jim Rogers
Jim Rogers is an accomplished construction professional and construction educator with over 25 years of industry experience. His expertise spans Project Management, Labor Relations, Occupational Safety and Health, and Training & Education. Jim has held senior management roles in industry and director-level positions with trade associations, and he has served as a faculty member at Arizona State University's Fulton Schools of Engineering.
Jim established the OSHA Training Institute (OTI) Education Center at ASU, delivering numerous OTI courses in both construction and general industry. A recognized leader in occupational safety and health, Jim is also an expert in prestressed concrete, having developed industry-leading training and certification programs and published extensively on the topic.
His current focus is on continuing education for construction management professionals, emphasizing the integration of safety, productivity, and quality. Jim's extensive expertise and commitment to education make him a trusted authority in construction management and safety.
