So I just got a job working outside(I’ve always worked inside till this job) in the Texas heat and I was wondering what you do to stay cool and stave off heat exhaustion and stroke? I’ve already got a sun hat and a head towel for those 90+ days. What other advice can you give to people working outdoors and need to stay cool?
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Drink all the water. And then drink more.
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Water water water electrolytes and frequent breaks.
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And stay covered up wearing breathable fabrics.
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All good advice here. I’ll add to please wear sunscreen. Skin cancer is no joke.
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Water and electrolytes. Pedialyte advanced care or any Pedialyte is better than Gatorade. I often use their powders with water. If you start cramping up on a hot day you know your dehydrated.
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So far I have got myself cheap shorts and shirts, all light weight and breathable, sun hat, UV arm sleeves, head towel and a bottle of the SPF 70(im Lilly white I burn under florescent lamps). Hopefully I dont die out there first day. 
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As said before, water. But in your off hours, too. by the time your thirsty, it’s too late
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35 year carpenter first get yourself a good water jug (bottle) i have a metal one that hangs from my belt with a carabiner every time you stop moving take a drink next never wear anything black t shirt pants white t shirts and let the second hand store be your friend and some nice cooling powder as if you have to move a lot in the heat then you will get monkey ass they make mesh shirts and pants but no one can afford them
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Counterintuitive, long sleeves and pants, white.
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When you get uncomfortable hot, get your ears wet and let the water evaporate.
Try to find the long sleeve shirts with mesh armpits. It’s been a long time so I forget the brand, sorry.
Some sunhats also have a cloth shade for your neck.
I hope these help good luck 
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I would advise against shorts and/or short sleeves. Lightweight UV cloth. 
Now that’s a great idea!
Very important to keep the back of your neck covered.
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I love this thread is ten minutes long and we’re jumping in like @Habitt s out there with his head on a rock, pouring their canteens in his mouth lol. That’s alot of love 
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I’ve been advised by my supervisor that the quickest way to kill yourself is to ignore the heat, so Im taking any and all advice.
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Comfortable Shoes, Moc Toed Boots are a favorite here…
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On the boat a buff and sun shirt(long sleeve spf) are your best friends.
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Sounds like you actually found the elusive good boss.
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I used these when I rode in hot weather, fit well under a mesh jacket.
Carried a spare in a ziplock pre-soaked for when the first had dried completely.
The ‘phase shift’ type are over priced IMHO.
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=ergodyne+chill-its+6665+evaporative+cooling+vest&crid=1YF5TQVOTTKGA&sprefix=Ergodyne+Chill-Its+6665%2Caps%2C162&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_1_23
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You could keep the spare in your cooler soaking in the ice water. Thats a GREAT idea!
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Curious what type of work?
I did roofing and siding/gutters for years… some good tips in this thread. I’ll add to try avoiding too much alcohol/beer the evening prior to very hot temps.
Light breakfast and lunch, fruits rule.
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