In extreme heat, your health is at risk when temperatures are higher than usual, especially for children and the elderly.
Heatwaves and pollution can cause fatigue, dehydration and even heat stroke, which are harmful symptoms for your health. Fortunately, preventive measures such as using heat-resistant adhesive films can help alleviate these effects.
It is crucial to understand that the most severe dangers can appear at the very beginning of the heat wave.
According to labor law, in the event of extreme heat or heatwaves, the employer is required to protect the health of its employees, as stated in Article L4121-1. This obligation applies to all employers, regardless of the type of work, as soon as their employees are exposed to such conditions. To comply with this law, the employer can take measures such as providing sunscreen or installing a sunscreen film.
How to manage heat?
For businesses: Employers have an obligation to provide spaces or equipment adapted to weather variations (thermal insulation, air conditioning system, heat reduction by using solar film, etc.)
According to article R4213-7 of the labor code, the installations and fittings of workplaces must be designed in such a way as to allow the regulation of temperature according to the human body during working hours, taking into consideration the working methods and the physical constraints undergone by the workers.
Note: It is important to know that if an employee considers that his work represents a "serious and immediate danger to his life", he has the right to withdraw from work, as stipulated in article L4131-1 of the labor code.
The alert may also be given by the staff representative to the health, safety and working conditions committee (Article L4131-2).
Homes: Poorly insulated homes, constant exposure to the sun, and poor air circulation can be unbearable during periods of intense heat. Fortunately, there are several solutions to address these issues:
redo the complete insulation of your home but the cost is excessive.
installation of air conditioning which also remains very expensive
For better value for money, opt for applying heat-resistant film to your windows.
Installing heat-insulating film can help you reflect solar energy. The purpose of heat-insulating film (or thermal insulation) is to deflect the sun's rays that enter through your windows.
There are different thermal films that can help you reduce the temperature in your room. This is one of the reasons why applying heat-blocking film to your windows makes sense. You can also use these films to make your windows opaque for privacy (with one-way mirror films) or simply to reduce glare. All of our films are 99% UV-resistant, making them a must-have for shop windows such as bakeries, chocolate shops, shoe stores and furniture stores.
Transform your living space into a pleasant environment by installing heat reducing films!
Also, here are some actions that can help you cope with extreme heat.
The Dark Tint Marseille team specializes in installing solar control films and will help you reduce heat or block UV rays from your windows. Our staff will be available to answer all your questions and ensure your satisfaction throughout the process.
