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Ways to Promote Hydration on the Job and at Home

TOLEDO, Ohio - August 1, 2012

Preventing Dehydration in the Hottest Part of the Summer
Remaining hydrated in summer months is crucial to preventing deadly complications in hot weather. As employers, we are obligated to allow workers a proper amount of time to rehydrate, especially when working conditions are outside or indoors without air conditioning.

Dehydration can lead to:

• Headaches
• Decreased blood pressure
• Dizziness or fainting
• Delirium
• Unconsciousness
• Swelling of the tongue
• Death (in extreme cases)

The appropriate amount of water that each person should receive is based on the individual. Thirst is the first sign of dehydration, which is why it is important to drink water before the onset of thirst. Share the flyer, "Water: Are You Getting Enough?" with your employee so they will be informed about proper hydration. To view the flyer, please click here.

To help guard against dehydration, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends avoiding drinks with caffeine, alcohol, and large amounts of sugar, especially on hot days. These drinks can lead to further dehydration. A poster on the importance of intaking the proper amount of water over soft drinks can also be shared with your staff. To view the "Choose Water" poster, please click here.

 

Boating Safety Reminder
Some of your employees may spend weekends boating on a lake with their family and friends. While many are aware of dangerous boating risks, remind your employees to take precautions to prevent deadly risks.

The United States Coast Guard recommends several tips for boating safety:

• Wear a properly-fitting life jacket
• Don’t drink alcohol
• Take a boating education course
• Get a vessel safety check
• Know about carbon monoxide

According to the CDC, 9 out of 10 individuals who drowned due to a boating accident were not wearing their life jackets. Thus, it is vital to stress the importance of using a properly-fitting life jacket while on the water. Injuries caused by boating accidents can contribute to absenteeism and replacement hiring at your company.

Another strong risk for accidents, injuries, and death while boating is the use of alcohol. The CDC states that alcohol was the leading cause of boating accidents in 2009. Alcohol is often associated with days out on the lake; however, the mixture of alcohol and boating could be costly. Remind your employees to be safe out on the boat by always wearing life jackets and promoting the use of a “designated driver” who is not drinking alcohol.

For more useful information regarding boating safety, visit: www.safeboatingcouncil.org.

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If you have any questions on how your company can better educate employees on proper hydration and boat safety, please contact Jerid Baxter, Health & Wellness Strategies Practice Leader, or your Hylant representative.