ENERGY worldnet, Inc. is promoting OSHA's campaign to prevent heat illness in outdoor workers. OSHA has a Heat Smart App for iPhone and Android with one coming soon for Blackberry. Click here to get more information on the app: 
 http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/heatillness/heat_index/heat_app.html

As you work out in the summer heat, EWN encourages you to keep these facts in mind:

Who is affected? Workers exposed to hot and humid conditions are at risk of heat illness, especially those doing heavy work tasks or using bulky protective clothing and equipment. Some workers might be at greater risk than others if they have not built up a tolerance to hot conditions.

What is heat illness? The body normally cools itself by sweating. During hot weather, especially with high humidity, sweating isn't enough. Body temperature can rise to dangerous levels if precautions are not taken. Heat illnesses range from heat rash and heat cramps to heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Heat stroke can result in death and requires immediate medical attention.

How can heat illness be prevented? Remember three simple words: water, rest, shade. Drinking water often, taking breaks, and limiting time in the heat can help prevent heat illness. Employers should include these prevention steps in worksite training and plans. Gradually build up to heavy work in hot conditions. This helps you build tolerance to the heat - or become acclimated. Employers should take steps that help workers become acclimated, especially workers who are new to working outdoors in the heat or have been away from work for a week or more. Gradually increase workloads and allow more frequent breaks during the first week of work. Also, it's important to know and look out for the symptoms of heat illness in yourself and others during hot weather. Plan for an emergency and know what to do - acting quickly can save lives!

Source: osha.gov

In operation since 1956, Jameson manufactures tools for telecommunications, tree care, CATV, utilities and the military.

Their fastest-growing line of products revolves around underground cable pulling and locating. They started with the Buddy® System, a line of non-conductive fiberglass rodders for long distance cable runs. The round, flexible rod offers exceptional bending strength for maneuvering tight turns when pushing copper, coax or fiber optic cable through conduit.

Expanding on this line, Jameson introduced Duct Hunter™ traceable rodders to map underground pipe before digging. By connecting a signal transmitter, a receiver can detect the frequency, allowing one person to trace and continuously mark a buried utility pipe from above ground.

To meet the needs of different utilities, Jameson has developed specialized models of Duct Hunters to locate sewer laterals, cross bore issues, live water lines from the customer's meter to the main water line and live lateral gas lines.

Jameson's Buddy® non-conductive fiberglass fish tapes are a standard with telecommunication and CATV companies for fishing inside wire or cable. The extreme flexibility and strength of fiberglass easily handles tight turns and slides over existing wires in occupied conduit.

Non-conductive Glow Fish Rods offer an easy solution for wiring in dark drop ceilings, attics, floors, walls and crawl spaces. Available in varying lengths and diameters, rods can be customized to fit any wiring job.

To complete the wiring line up, Jameson offers electrician splicer scissors and knives that are used by all the major telecommunication and CATV companies. Manufactured for exceptional performance, their splicer scissors and knives are heat treated then ice tempered for a longer lasting edge.

Jameson's diverse product line includes portable work lights, line clearance tools and aerial cable construction tools. Visit their website for additional product information at www.jamesonllc.com.

EWN is proud to have Jameson Corporation as an exhibitor at the 2012 Conference and Expo.