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Reply To: Shade and working in Summer temperatures

  • Stephen Small

    Member
    3 March 2025 at 2:22 pm

    I really like the idea of the retractable awnings – in the last couple of years they have become commonplace for recreational use (4WD camping)!

    We have an icemaker, and all field workers are issued a personal 5l wide-mouthed water bottle – when filled with ice they can easily stay cool for a couple of days. We also issue electrolyte sachets.

    We have gone for lightweight polos and tops, which remain minimum PPE even when on greenfield sites, we also have arc-rated hat-brims and neck flaps for our helmets.

    cheers

    Stephen.