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70 • AUGUST 2013 • WORLD FENCE NEWS The heat equation Don't let hot weather endanger your health COURTESY OF THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION ( OSHA ) With summer well upon us, here is a simple formula for danger: high temperature + high humidity + physical work = heat illness. Many folks who work outdoors in all types of weather do not fully ap- preciate the danger that heat illness can cause until it is too late. Here are some valuable tips to prevent heat illness, or treat it when it strikes. When the body is unable to cool itself through sweating, serious heat illnesses may occur. The most severe heat-induced illnesses are heat exhaustion and heat stroke. If left untreated, heat exhaustion could progress to heat stroke and possible death. Heat exhaustion What are the symptoms? Sealer nd Deck ence A anteed F Guar Specifically formulated for ease-ofapplication, Standard Paints exterior Wood DefenderTM stains help protect and beautify wood structures. With one coat you are assured of uniform application with no runs, drips or back brushing. Mildew resistant, Wood Defender stains contain ultraviolet inhibitors to stabilize wood color and provide long lasting wood protection. Our products, techniques and equipment are proven by hundreds of successful applicators that we have trained. INQUIRE ABOUT EQUIPMENT, START UP PACKAGES AND TRAINING REGISTER TODAY! PRO PACKAGE ST-250 940 S. 6th Ave. Mansfield, TX 76063 WWW.WOODDEFENDER.COM • (817) 477-5060 • (817) 477-5030 Headaches; dizziness or lightheadedness; weakness; mood changes such as irritability, confusion or the inability to think straight; upset stomach; vomiting; decreased or dark-colored urine; fainting or passing out; and pale, clammy skin. What should you do? • Act immediately. If not treated, heat exhaustion may advance to heat stroke or death. • Move the victim to a cool, shaded area to rest. Don't leave the person alone. If symptoms include dizziness or lightheadedness, lay the victim on his or her back and raise the legs six to eight inches. If symptoms include nausea or upset stomach, lay the victim on his or her side. • Loosen and remove any heavy clothing. • Cool the person's body by fanning and spraying with a cool mist of water or applying a wet cloth to the person's skin. • Have the person drink cool water (about a cup every 15 minutes) unless sick to the stomach. • Call 911 for emergency help if the person does not feel better in a few minutes. Heat stroke — a medical emergency What are the symptoms? Dry, pale skin with no sweating; hot, red skin that looks sunburned; mood changes such as irritability, confusion or the inability to think straight; seizures or fits; and unconsciousness with no response. What should you do? • Call 911 for emergency help immediately. • Move the victim to a cool, shaded area. Don't leave the person alone. Lay the victim on his or her back. Move any nearby objects away from the person if symptoms include seizures or fits. If symptoms include nausea or upset stomach, lay the victim on his or her side. • Loosen and remove any heavy clothing. • Have the person drink cool water (about a cup every 15 minutes) if alert enough to drink something, unless sick to the stomach. • Cool the person's body by fanning and spraying with a cool mist of water or wiping the victim with a wet cloth or covering him or her with a wet sheet. • Place ice packs under the armpits and groin area. continued on page 72 Fence ordinances continued from page 64 construct a fence? A. Yes. Fences must be constructed of wood, chain link, stone, rock, concrete block, masonry brick, brick, decorative wrought iron, or other material(s) which are similar in durability. Unacceptable fence materials include cast-off, secondhand, and other items not originally intended to be fencing, thin plywood, low-grade plywood, particle board, paper, visqueen plastic, plastic tarp (and similar materials), razor wire and other dangerous materials, sheet metal, roll metal, and corrugated metal. Q. My fence will be built on a corner lot; does that matter? A. Fences built on a lot at a corner of an intersection may interfere with drivers' ability to see oncoming traffic when at a stop sign and may result in an accident with possible injuries. Fences on corner lots must comply with the clear vision area standards in this ordinance, whether residential or commercial. Q. Must a fence be designed by an engineer? A. No, except where greater than six feet in height if stone, rock, brick, masonry, or CMU, or where greater than eight feet high for other lighter materials such as wood, or open fences such as chain link. Fences over these heights must be designed by a licensed professional engineer in the State of Texas showing that the foundation and support structure are designed to sustain wind loads in accordance with the International Building Code (IBC).