Strategic Focus: Digital Tools To Protect Workers From Heat-Related Stress
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Executive Summary
With climate change causing a rise in global temperatures, the risks of heat stress for workers are escalating, necessitating more proactive heat stress management strategies by businesses. Traditional methods of managing heat stress are now being augmented with innovative digital solutions. This report highlights various digital tools designed to help firms mitigate heat-related risks and enhance safety and efficiency in the workplace. By harnessing these digital tools, organizations can not only enhance safety and operational efficiency, but also ensure regulatory compliance, prevent heat-related illnesses and boost overall productivity in warm working conditions.Metabolic, environmental and machinery-generated heat contribute to workplace heat exposure
The multifaceted impact of heat-related stress on worker health and productivity
Diverse digital tools to support heat stress management
Figure 2. Four categories of digital tools for heat stress management
About the Authors
April Choy
Industry Analyst
April is an Industry Analyst at Verdantix, specializing in EHS&Q software and emerging technologies. She helps organizations navigate complex technology decisions, providi...
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Bill Pennington
VP Research
Bill is VP Research at Verdantix, where he leads analysis on the evolving and interconnected landscapes of EHS, quality, AI and enterprise risk management. His research helps ...
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