Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body
reaches a level several degrees above the normal body
temperature of 98.6ºF (37ºC). The symptoms of hyperthermia
include drowsiness, lethargy, and an increase in the internal
temperature of the body. The effects of hyperthermia include:
Unawareness of
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impending hazard
Failure to perceive
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heat
Failure to recognize
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the need to exit spa
Avoid Risks of Burns
Before entering a spa, measure the water temperature
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with an accurate thermometer since the tolerance of
temperature-regulating devices may vary by as much as
±5°F (2°C).
Test the water with your hand before entering the spa to
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be sure it's comfortable.
Physical inability to
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exit spa
Fetal damage in
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pregnant women
Unconsciousness and
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danger of drowning.
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