As temperatures rise, so do the risks—and costs—for businesses with employees working outdoors or in physically demanding roles. Summer presents unique safety and operational challenges, from heat-related illness and workplace injuries to rapid onboarding for seasonal hires.
At Hometown Urgent Care & Occupational Health, we partner with companies across Ohio to provide comprehensive, proactive care that protects both your workforce and your business.
Heat Stress: A Rising Risk
Why it matters:
Outdoor workers in industries like construction, landscaping, and delivery are particularly vulnerable to heat exhaustion, dehydration, and even heat stroke. OSHA identifies heat stress as a serious occupational hazard, especially for new or returning workers who haven’t acclimated to the heat.
What employers can do:
- Provide hydration stations and shaded cooling areas
- Educate staff on the signs of heat-related illness
- Implement heat acclimatization protocols
- Schedule wellness checks during high-heat periods
How Hometown helps:
We offer same-day treatment for heat-related conditions and provide employer consultations to help you create a customized summer safety plan. Staying proactive helps prevent serious incidents before they occur.
Preventing Injuries & Reducing Costs
The summer problem:
Warmer weather brings heavier workloads, longer hours, and increased risk for sprains, strains, falls, and fatigue-related injuries.
The solution:
An effective occupational health strategy can:
- Lower injury rates through early intervention
- Reduce Workers’ Comp claims and premium hikes
- Support return-to-work programs with modified duty options
- Ensure thorough documentation of any incidents
Why it pays off:
According to industry data, the indirect costs of a workplace injury (missed productivity, replacement training, morale loss) can be 10x higher than direct medical costs. Prevention isn’t just safer—it’s smarter.
Summer Hiring? Start with Pre-Employment Screenings
Why it’s important:
Seasonal hiring surges in warehousing, delivery, hospitality, and construction are common—but skipping proper screenings can result in unnecessary injuries, legal issues, and turnover.
Hometown’s solution includes:
- Pre-employment physical exams
- Drug and alcohol testing (including DOT-compliant options)
- Lift and functional testing
- Respirator fit, audiometric, and vision testing
With fast turnaround times and follow-up care, we make onboarding safer, smoother, and fully compliant with industry regulations.
✅ The Bottom Line
A strong occupational health strategy isn’t just about checking boxes—it’s about building a safer, more resilient workforce that’s prepared for the challenges of summer.
From heat safety planning to injury care to pre-employment screenings, Hometown Urgent Care & Occupational Health is here to help your company stay protected, productive, and compliant.
📍 Ready to partner with us?
Learn more or contact our occupational health team today!