Bagaimana prosedur hot weather working untuk operator alat berat?

Operator alat berat berisiko tinggi heat stress karena cabin bisa sangat panas, terutama di Indonesia dengan suhu 30-35°C+.

Heat-Related Illnesses:

1. Heat Cramps

• Symptom: Muscle spasm, pain
• Treatment: Stop work, rest, hydrate with electrolyte

2. Heat Exhaustion

• Symptom: Heavy sweating, weakness, nausea, headache, dizziness
• Treatment: Move to cool area, hydrate, medical attention

3. Heat Stroke (LIFE-THREATENING)

• Symptom: Body temp >40°C, confusion, unconsciousness, STOP sweating
• Treatment: CALL EMERGENCY, cool body immediately, ice packs

Company Hot Weather Measures:

1. Engineering Controls

• Air-conditioned cabin (ideal)
• Adequate ventilation jika no AC
• Sun shade untuk parking area
• Cool drinking water station accessible

2. Administrative Controls

• Modified work schedule: Shift pagi lebih panjang, avoid 12-3pm peak heat
• Increased break frequency: 10 min break per 2 jam saat >32°C
• Buddy system: Watch for symptoms di rekan kerja
• Acclimatization period: New worker gradual exposure selama 1-2 minggu

3. Monitoring

• Use WBGT (Wet Bulb Globe Temperature) meter untuk assess heat stress risk
• Trigger action level berdasarkan temperature

Operator Personal Strategies:

Hydration (Critical!):

• Drink 250ml water every 15-20 min during work
• Don't wait until thirsty - thirst adalah late indicator
• Electrolyte drinks untuk replenish salt
• Avoid caffeine dan alcohol - dehydrating

Clothing:

• Light-colored, breathable fabric
• Wet towel di leher untuk cooling

Self-Monitoring:

• Check urine color - clear/light yellow = well hydrated
• Report symptoms immediately - don't tough it out!

Heat stress is preventable - take it seriously!