Title: +038=627.001-##001T_03-Fasadevasksystem NorAcon - International Code of Practice (ICOP).pdf
Rope access technicians new to working in hot conditions are generally most at risk from O.4.12.1 heat-related illnesses. The workload for such persons should be easy at first and increased only gradually. There should be more frequent breaks to help new workers and those returning to a job after time away to build up a tolerance for hot conditions. It is important that they understand the risks when working in hot conditions. Rope access technicians should not be pressured, or feel they are being pressured, into performing above their usual capabilities, particularly when starting a new job.O.4.12.2 Plan for rescue. When planning the work for a given task in hot and humid conditions, consider the potential for heat-related issues that may result in the need to rescue a rope access technician. Plan the access and retrieval systems accordingly, keeping in mind the use of rig-for-rescue arrangements, and the condition of the rope access technicians and stand-by team.O.4.12.3 are: