Title: +038=627.001-##001T_03-Fasadevasksystem NorAcon - International Code of Practice (ICOP).pdf
O.4.4.4.1 Hyperthermia can be prevented by controlling the body’s temperature so that it does not reach a point where symptoms develop. See O.4.12 for guidance.© IRATA International Annex O Page 29 of 45 2017-Aug-01IRATA International code of practice for industrial rope access Part 3 of 5: Informative annexes: Annex O: Protecting rope access technicians against environmental conditionsO.4.4.4.2 Prevention is better than cure. Watch out for symptoms, and signs in others (buddy checking), and take early remedial action. Advise the first-aider in the group of any concerns.O.4.5DehydrationO.4.5.1OverviewO.4.5.1.1 Dehydration, which means not enough body water, occurs when the body loses more water than it takes in. When the normal water content of the body is reduced, it can cause the balance of the body’s mineral salts or electrolytes to be disturbed – especially the concentrations of sodium and potassium – which can affect the way the body functions.