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Responding to Heat in the Workplace

JULY 19, 2025 — As temperatures rise in the summer, the USAG Ansbach Safety Office reminds all personnel that extreme heat in the workplace is a serious concern.

While there is no specific U.S. Army or Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulation for heat safety in office environments, we follow the more stringent German workplace safety laws to ensure the well-being of our workforce.

Heat Safety: What You Need to Know
According to German workplace regulations (ArbStättV and ASR A3.5):

  • Workroom temperatures should not exceed 26°C (79°F) under normal conditions.
  • If outside temperatures are above 26°C and indoor temperatures still rise despite proper sun protection, employers must take appropriate measures to reduce risk.
  • Above 30°C (86°F): Employers must provide water or suitable beverages.
  • Above 35°C (95°F): Rooms are considered unsuitable for work unless specific technical or administrative countermeasures are implemented (e.g., cooling breaks or fans).

Required Mitigation Measures
When heat becomes a factor, we must take risk-adequate measures. These fall into three categories:

(1) Technical Measures

  • Use and maintain window blinds or sun shades—keep them closed after hours.
  • Optimize HVAC or ventilation systems to allow for night cooling.
  • Reduce interior heat sources—power down unused electronics, including computers, printers, and monitors.

(2) Administrative Measures

  • Shift work schedules to earlier, cooler hours where possible.
  • Offer flexible break times to allow employees to cool down.
  • Consider loosening dress codes during high heat days.

(3) Personal Measures

  • Use portable or ceiling fans.
  • Take additional cooling breaks.
  • Ensure access to cold water or hydrating beverages throughout the day.

What You Can Do

  • Report excessive heat conditions to your supervisor or facility manager.
  • Be mindful of early signs of heat stress—headache, dizziness, fatigue.
  • Hydrate frequently, even if you’re not feeling thirsty.

The Safety Office is here to support a safe, healthy, and productive work environment—especially during the summer months. Thank you for doing your part.

For questions or concerns, please contact the USAG Ansbach Safety Office.

Know the Signs/Symptoms: Be aware of the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, which include heavy sweating, weakness, dizziness, nausea, and confusion. If you or someone else shows these symptoms, seek medical attention immediately.

By USAG Ansbach Safety Office

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