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  1. How Dangerous Is Heat Stress in the Oil and Gas Industry?

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    How Dangerous Is Heat Stress in the Oil and Gas Industry? Oil and gas extraction (OGE) involves work in some of the harshest environments on Earth. Workers are exposed to high temperatures, intense physical labor, protective gear that restricts cooling, and sometimes hazardous working conditions. Heat stress in this industry is not just uncomfortable; it can be life-threatening. It is dangerous. ... Read more...

  2. What is the Heat Stress Index and How Do I Measure or Use It?

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    What is the Heat Stress Index and How Do I Measure or Use It? In hot conditions, it is not enough to track air temperature alone. Humidity, wind, sunlight, radiant heat, and physical activity all influence how the body regulates its temperature. That is where the concept of a Heat Stress Index comes in. The Heat Stress Index is a calculated value designed to provide a safer and more comprehensive ... Read more...

  3. What is the Threshold Limit Value (TLV) and How Can You Measure It?

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    What is the Threshold Limit Value (TLV) and How Can You Measure It? In many workplaces, especially those involving chemicals, dust, fumes, or vapors, knowing the safe exposure limit isn't optional. The Threshold Limit Value, or TLV, is one of the most crucial tools in industrial hygiene for maintaining worker exposure below hazardous levels. It represents airborne concentrations of substances that nearly all ... Read more...

  4. What is Humidex and How Can You Measure It?

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    What is Humidex and How Can You Measure It? Humidex is a weather metric used to describe how hot it feels when humidity is factored into the air temperature. It was developed in Canada during the 1960s and refined around 1979 by J. M. Masterton and F. A. Richardson. The purpose is simple: when humid and hot conditions combine, our ability to cool down through sweating is reduced, making ... Read more...

  5. Everything You Need to Know about the 2025 NSC Safety Congress & Expo

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    Everything You Need to Know about the 2025 NSC Safety Congress & Expo NSC's annual flagship event that draws thousands of safety, health, and environmental professionals together just took place. The 2025 NSC Safety Congress & Expo happened in mid-September in Denver and is one of the most dynamic conferences in recent years. With hundreds of exhibitors, world-class keynote speakers, and over 150 educational ... Read more...

  6. Why WBGT is the Gold Standard for Heat Safety Monitoring

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    Why WBGT is the Gold Standard for Heat Safety Monitoring Heat stress is a significant concern for athletes, workers, and military personnel who are exposed to extreme temperatures. As global temperatures rise and heatwaves become more frequent, understanding the risks associated with heat stress is more crucial than ever. The Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) measurement has emerged as the most ... Read more...

  7. Heat Stress Risks for Construction Workers: What the Latest Research Reveals

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    Heat Stress Risks for Construction Workers: What the Latest Research Reveals Heat stress is no longer a seasonal inconvenience. For construction workers, it is a year-round occupational hazard with serious consequences. Recent studies, including groundbreaking work by the University of New Mexico, have shed new light on how heat affects the human body and why existing safety measures are insufficient. This article ... Read more...

  8. What Are Military Heat Flag Conditions and What Do They Mean?

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    What Are Military Heat Flag Conditions and What Do They Mean? In the military, environmental extremes are not just weather forecasts—they are operational variables. When it comes to heat, the U.S. Armed Forces rely on a standardized system of “Heat Flag Conditions” to evaluate heat stress risk and adjust training, physical activity, and work schedules accordingly. These color-coded flag ... Read more...

  9. What is a Heat Dome and How Are They Affecting Weather in the United States?

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    What is a Heat Dome and How Are They Affecting Weather in the United States? Heat domes are increasingly dominating headlines—and for good reason. As prolonged heat waves sweep across the United States, these phenomena are pushing temperatures into record-breaking territory, threatening infrastructure, health, and regional stability. But what exactly is a heat dome, and why are they becoming such a persistent force in... Read more...

  10. Extreme Heat at FIFA World Cup Raises Concerns for Heat Monitoring and Control

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    Extreme Heat at FIFA World Cup Raises Concerns for Heat Monitoring and Control As the FIFA World Cup continues to expand its global footprint, it's increasingly running into one major challenge: extreme heat. With recent and upcoming tournaments scheduled in regions known for high temperatures—including the 2022 event in Qatar and the 2026 games set for summer months in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada—questions around ... Read more...

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  1. How Dangerous Is Heat Stress in the Oil and Gas Industry? How Dangerous Is Heat Stress in the Oil and Gas Industry?
  2. What is the Heat Stress Index and How Do I Measure or Use It? What is the Heat Stress Index and How Do I Measure or Use It?
  3. What is the Threshold Limit Value (TLV) and How Can You Measure It? What is the Threshold Limit Value (TLV) and How Can You Measure It?
  4. What is Humidex and How Can You Measure It? What is Humidex and How Can You Measure It?
  5. Everything You Need to Know about the 2025 NSC Safety Congress & Expo Everything You Need to Know about the 2025 NSC Safety Congress & Expo
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