Summer Survival

Beat the heat and attend Nevada LTAP's Summer Survival on June 23 (8:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. PT) at the Truckee Meadows Community College in Reno. This workshop describes how to prepare mentally and physically to work in extreme heat conditions, per the latest OSHA regulations.

• identify the symptoms of dehydration and heat-related injuries;
• describe first-aid treatments for heat exposure;
• explain the importance of water, clothing, and shade;
• describe the contents of a summer survival kit; and
• acquire survival tips and tricks.

Who Should Attend

Recommended attendees include managers, supervisors, safety professionals, and crew leads who need to meet regulatory requirements for training and create work/rest schedules for high heat days in specific states and under OSHA's General Duty Clause.

Scott Alquist is a 34-year safety professional specializing in construction safety, general industry safety, and hazardous materials. Scott has completed the National Highway Institute “Train the Trainer” program and is an Occupational Safety and Health Administration authorized instructor. Currently, he is the Program Manager for Truckee Meadows Community College's Safety Center.