With heat warnings in effect for our area Safe Work Manitoba reminds you high daytime temperatures can make it challenging to work outdoors or in buildings without air conditioning. They note you can increase comfort by wearing clothing that is light weight, light colored and loose fitting, use fans indoors, take rest breaks, drink cool beverages and focus on lighter activities whenever possible leaving physically demanding tasks for cooler periods. If someone suffers heat stress where the body is unable to control its internal temperature move them to a cool shaded area, loosen or remove heavy clothing, provide cool drinking water and call 911.