1. Why should you measure heat stress?
If you or your employees work in hot environments you may be susceptible to heat stress. Heat
stress us caused when the temperature of a surround area or the core body temperature is raised
resulting in dangerous high levels. High core body temperature can result in internal heat damage to
vital organs.
How can you tell?
If you do work in hot environments there are symptoms that tell you that you are suffering from
heat stress. Symptoms can include cramps, nausea, palpitations, stroke and in some cases death!
How can you measure and reduce the risks?
To reduce and eliminate the effects of heat stress you must either monitor the area or core body
temperature. Heat stress levels on the body can be measured using the Quest Temp II which will
measure via the ear canal and alerts the user either visually or verbally.
To record and measure heat in an area you can use the Quest temp Area Heat Stress And WBGT
monitors, which will measure and calculate dry bulb, wet bulb and globe temperature. These 3
reading are used to calculate WBGT indoor and outdoor, relative humidity and Heat Index.
What to do with the results
The results given by the instruments will not only give you instant readings but will allow you to
data-log using the Quest Suite Professional Software, enabling you to manage your data and make
effect decisions based on them.
Who uses these instruments?
Many people in a wide range of areas use these heat stress monitors for safeguarding their
employees. These can include power stations, steel works, glass manufacturing and military
processes.