July brings scorching heat as temperatures soar relentlessly. Meanwhile, weather stations issue repeated orange heat warnings across cities. In these urban “steel forests,” millions of factory workers face their toughest annual challenge. Amid roaring machinery and sweltering assembly lines, they sweat tirelessly to sustain China’s manufacturing heartbeat. Their health and safety matter deeply—not just for their own well-being, but also for family happiness and corporate sustainability. Therefore, this heat-protection guide serves as a “cooling kit” for every worker battling extreme temperatures.
1. Stay hydrated actively
High temperatures trigger heavy sweating, raising dehydration and heatstroke risks. Workers should drink water frequently, consuming at least 200ml hourly to maintain energy. Additionally, factories must supply sufficient drinking stations and test water quality regularly.
2. Ensure proper ventilation
Factories should install adequate airflow systems to maintain circulation and reduce indoor heat. When needed, actively use fans, ventilation windows, or cooling equipment to regulate temperatures effectively. Wear lightweight, breathable clothing to help your body stay cool and allow sweat to evaporate easily. Additionally, factories should provide proper PPE like sun hats and sunglasses for extra protection.
3. Arrange working hours reasonably
By avoiding peak heat hours to protect workers’ health. Prioritize early mornings or evenings when temperatures are cooler for outdoor tasks. Factories must install sun shelters to provide shade for outdoor workers during operations. Besides, supply proper sun protection gear to minimize direct exposure to scorching sunlight.
4. Employee training and education
Conduct regular heat safety training to educate workers on high-temperature risks and responses. Specifically cover heatstroke hazards and first-aid measures during these essential sessions. Empower workers with knowledge to enhance their prevention and coping capabilities. Limit continuous work periods to protect employees from prolonged heat exposure. Implement structured breaks ensuring adequate recovery time between shifts. Optimize work-rest schedules particularly for high-temperature environments.
5. Provide emergency facilities and personnels
High temperature weather can easily lead to the deterioration or leakage of some dangerous substances. Factories should properly store hazardous chemicals in accordance with relevant regulations and regularly inspect storage conditions to ensure safety. Factories should be equipped with first-aid facilities and personnel to deal with emergencies and heat stroke. Employees are required to know the location of first aid facilities and basic first aid knowledge.
Working at high temperature in factories in summer requires attention to the health and safety of employees. By reasonably arranging working hours, providing appropriate work clothing and ventilation equipment, and strengthening training and education, employees can effectively reduce the discomfort and accident risk in high-temperature environments.
