Staying Safe in Hot Weather and Heatwaves

How to look after your service users in hot weather

Keep blinds down and windows closed when its cooler inside than out
Advise people to avoid going out during the hottest part of the day (11am-3pm)
A cool bath or shower, or a damp cloth or a splash of water at the back of the neck can be better at cooling a person down than a fan
Support people to drink plenty of water to avoid getting dehydrated. But avoid alcohol as it can dehydrate
Encourage people to keep eating even if they are not feeling too hungry. Encourage them to eat food that's cold and has a lot of water in it, like fruit or salad
Support people to make appropriate clothing choices of lightweight and light coloured fabrics and a sunhat and sun cream

How to look after you when you are working in hot weather

Stay hydrated, try to drink plenty of water and carry a water bottle with you
Wear a sunhat and sun cream if you are outside
Try to stay in the shade as often as possible when travelling outside
UV Levels can still be harmful when its cloudy out, so be careful even when not sunny
Drink cool water, a sports or rehydration drink, or eat cold and water rich food like ice lollys
A damp cloth or a splash of water on the back of your neck can be better at cooling you down than a fan
If you are driving in the community try to park in shady spots to keep your car interior cool