5.0 Control Measures 5.

1 Engineering Controls y Radiant heat load, y Humidity, y Air movement, and y Air temperature. 5.1.1 Fans and Air Conditioners 5.1.2 Insulation and Shielding y The hot object can be insulated to reduce the radiant heat. y Reflective shield or barrier can be placed between the object and the employee. 5.2 Work Practice Controls In many cases, work practice controls are the most effective means of controlling heat stress. 5.2.1 Work/Rest Regimen 5.2.2 Reduction of Work Load or Rate 5.3 Administrative Control 5.3.1 Scheduling 5.3.2 Employee Rotation 5.3.3 Increase Staffing 5.4 Enhance Tolerance to Heat 5.4.1 Evaluated Employees yLack of physical fitness yLack of acclimatization yAge yDehydration yObesity yAlcohol and drug use (including prescription) yInfection ySunburn yDiarrhea yChronic disease 5.4.2 Rest Areas 5.4.3. Hydration 5.5 Personal Protective Equipment 5.5.1 Water-cooled Garments 5.5.2 Air-cooled Garments 5.5.3 Ice Packet Vests 5.5.4 Reflective Garments