Japan Firms Boost Heatstroke Prevention Efforts
Tokyo, Aug. 14 (Jiji Press)--Japanese companies are promoting efforts to prevent employees from suffering heatstroke as temperatures passed 40 degrees Celsius at some locations in the country this summer. General contractor Obayashi Corp. employees work at construction sites from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. in July and August, earlier than their usual work hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The company aim...
Japanese companies are ramping up measures to prevent employees from suffering heatstroke amid scorching temperatures that soared above 40 degrees Celsius in parts of the country this summer. General contractor Obayashi Corp. has introduced a new summer work schedule for its employees, with shifts running from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. in July and August, a significant change from their usual hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. This move was taken to further diminish the risk of heatstroke, according to an official from the company. In cases where the schedule is impacted, work hours are extended during cooler periods.
West Japan Railway Co., or JR West, has also taken steps to protect its workers on-site for maintenance and inspections since May. The company has provided them with an app developed internally, enabling workers to access heatstroke prevention guidelines and information. The company encourages sharing of various methods and equipment used to combat heatstroke.
In September, JR West plans to trial short-sleeved polo shirt uniforms for approximately 15,000 station staff and crew members. These new uniforms aim to provide enhanced breathability and sweat absorption while retaining the design of traditional short-sleeved shirts.
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