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The SHK-1 Neck Shade is designed to easily clip on and off the rear of a SHK-1 helmet shell to provide workers with instant protection from harmful ultraviolet rays (50+), dust and debris.

How much do you know about heat-related illnesses? Take this quiz to find out.

Seven facts about on-the-job heat exposure

In Episode 52, the S+H team examines content from the June issue, including a feature story with tips on keeping your safety committee fresh and effective. Also, Iowa OSHA Bureau Chief Peggy Peterson joins the podcast to discuss how to keep workers safe in the heat during the “Five Questions With …” segment.

As temperatures rise during the summer – and throughout the year – Safety+Health looks at ongoing federal and state efforts to keep workers safe.

The Chill-Its 6632 Cooling Skull Cap is a low-profile cap that wicks away moisture when dry and provides evaporative cooling relief when wet.

The CoolMan 2800 Trailer Fan helps increase employee comfort by conditioning the trailer environment to warmer or cooler temperatures.

The Kalis Dry Cooling Helmet Pad cools for three days without recharging and installs easily into most hard hats with suspensions.

Arctic RadWear Line Cooling Vests are made with Advanced ARCTIC technology that uses a three-layer laminated fabric system that absorbs, stores and releases water to keep workers cool for hours.

The Power Breezer is a quiet yet powerful mobile cooling unit capable of cooling a 3,000-square-foot area by up to 27° F.