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This includes sunstroke, but it does not need a sunny day to suffer heat exhaustion. It can be induced by hard physical work and dehydration, so ensure that people on all projects have access to a sufficient supply of drinking water.

• Leaders/supervisors need to check the condition of volunteers regularly.
• Move any sufferers into the shade to sip water and then get them to hospital without delay.

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