Transcript Physical Training Safety

C/Hammons, James
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Shock
Heat Related Injuries
Treatment
Diet and Hydration
Stretch
Sleep
PTU
Summary
Signs and Symptoms:
•Mental Confusion
•Cold, wet, pale and bluish skin
•Breathing shallow, labored, and rapid
•Weak and rapid pulse
•Thirsty and nauseous
Treatment:
•Ensure nothing is obstructing airway and victim is breathing
•Control obvious bleeding
•If unconscious, place on side in recovery position
•Keep the person calm, warm, and comfortable
•Elevate lower extremities unless injured
•Seek medical attention immediately
•Do not give food or drink
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Heat Cramps
•Spasms in the leg muscles or arms
•Loss of salt in the body
Heat Exhaustion
•Weak, Dizzy or feeling faint
•Headache
•Nausea
•Loss of appetite
•Skin is cool with lots of sweating
*This is the most common illness caused by heat
Heat Stroke
•Skin is red
•Dry and very hot to the touch (temperature is as high as 108*F)
•No sweating
•Body has lost the ability to perspire
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Heat Cramps
•Rest
•Move to a cool place
•Force person to drink water (with electrolytes if possible)
Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke
•Treat for shock
•Move to cool place
•loosen/remove victim’s clothing
•quickly lower body temperature
•Seek medical attention
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Balanced, nutritious meals
Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate!
2-3 liters/day without exercise
At least 3 liters/day with exercise
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Warm up and cool down
Static Stretching
Dynamic Stretching
Prevents cramps and injury
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You must sleep!
At least 6 hours
Sleep deprivation
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AFI 36-2903
No saluting
No hands in
pockets
No jewelry
Grooming
standards
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Shirt: White/Light Grey Spandex
Pants: Black/Blue Spandex
White Socks
Shoes: Conservative
Accessories: Only Outdoors
◦ Hats, gloves, scarves, earmuffs
◦ Black or blue
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Overview
Diet and Hydration
Stretch
Sleep
PTU
C/Hammons, James
PTL
(281)-408-6739
[email protected]
Further Questions?
C/Linares, Andrew
Maintenance Squadron Commander
(210)-818-8864
[email protected]