Sunday 27 April 2014

Its Hot in Pune!

NOTICE
PREVENTION OF EFFECTS OF HEAT

1.      The dangerous combination of heat (and on cloudy days a little humidity), is sapping to the strength of an individual to sustain efficiency, and will decrease productivity and work output, besides being detrimental to health. It is to be appreciated by all cadets, that the effects of heat, range from subtle to overt, and can take effect very rapidly. Currently, temperatures have begun to touch 40 degrees C in Pune, with higher temperatures anticipated. The important conditions arising from effects of heat are:-
(a) Heat Stroke : Characterized by sudden high fever and prostration.
(b) Heat Exhaustion : Fatigue, thirst , weakness.
(c) Heat Cramps : Muscle cramps , weakness.
(d) Prickly Heat : Skin rash with itching.

2.      It is of utmost importance that an early recognition and diagnosis of the effects of heat be made, and prompt treatment be instituted, as casualties may result otherwise.

3.      Preventive Measures  for Students
                             DO’s
          (a) Do drink clean, cool water often during the day.
          (b) Do wear a cap when going outdoors. Use of an umbrella is                           encouraged. 
          (c) Do walk in the shaded areas of the college campus when going to               class.    
          (d) Do loosen your collar button and your tie periodically.
          (e) Do have a bath daily and use talcum powder or deodorants.
          (f) Do report to your RMO in case of being affected by the heat.

                             DONT'S
          (a) Don’t drink sugarcane juice from roadside vendors.
          (b) Don’t drink very cold water or carbonated drinks.
          (c) Don’t play outdoors before 1730h.


4.      Please remember that heat has subtle effects on the psyche and the body. Be watchful and alert. Stay indoors as far as possible, and avoid abrupt changes of temperature from cooler indoors to the outdoors. 

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