Headache;
Vomiting.
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If you come across someone with the above symptoms of HEAT STRESS during hot weather take the
following actions:
If during school hours CALL THE NURSE 242
Try to get the person to a cooler environment;
Lay the person down;
Cool them by applying cool, wet towels/ice packs around the neck and underarms, spray with water;
and
If conscious, give cool fluids (preferably water) to drink.
Monitor their condition for carefully for any deterioration.
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CRITICAL – DROWSINESS / UNCONSCIOUSNESS AND HOT DRY SKIN ARE DEFINITE INDICATORS OF HEAT
STROKE. THIS IS AN EMERGENCY. 8-4 P.M. YOU SHOULD RING THE NURSE 242 IMMEDIATELY AND ASK FOR
AN AMBULANCE. AFTER 4 P.M., CALL AN AMBULANCE 119 ON YOUR MOBILE PHONE
In the Classroom
l Ensure all students are aware of heat safety.
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● Rearrange activity schedule, where possible, to minimise physical exertion in the heat.
Keep the classroom cool and well air-conditioned if possible. (Students may feel the heat more than
you.)
Avoid using a fan when the indoor temperature is higher than 37°C (body temperature).
Ensure students continue to hydrate and monitor the hydration of students with medical conditions.
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Break/recess and lunchtime: playing safely
● Make sure students stay out of the sun and where possible increase access to the coolest areas of the
school buildings and grounds.
● Ensure water is freely available to all.
● Students should be encouraged to drink plenty of water regularly and wear a hat and sunscreen while
outside.
● Watch for signs of heat-related illness and if mild, remove student from heat and initiate cooling, if
more severe seek immediate medical assistance.
PE and sports
Heat related illness and injury consequent upon exercise can be severe and in some cases fatal. The
danger of heat related illness and injury must never be underestimated. Heat stress during exercise needs
to be carefully managed. The management of exercise during extreme heat is particularly important in
the case of children and young adults The management of personnel who may be acting as officials is
also particularly important.
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