Beware Of Glare. Keeping Crew Members Safe in High Temperatures

Beware Of Glare. Cassette Solar Screens & Non-Cassette Solar Blinds keep Crew Members Safe in High Temperatures.

Beware Of Glare™ is a concept developed by the Solarglide team to better describe the dangers of onboard heat and glare. According to international weather experts – Europe and the UK is likely to experience hotter summers with a greater chance of experiencing heatwaves. Hot climates, especially within ships, present a real challenge for yacht owners and shipping companies alike. When temperatures soar and stay high, the human body struggles to maintain its core temperature, which ideally sits around 37°C (98.6°F). Prolonged exposure during a heatwave can trigger a cascade of health issues – some subtle and some can be more severe.

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Keeping Crew Members Safe Against Thermoregulatory Overload

Heat exhaustion, including sweating, dizziness, fatigue, headache, nausea are signs that your body’s cooling system is straining. Heatstroke (life-threatening): The body’s core temp rises above 40°C. Sweating may stop, and confusion, seizures, or loss of consciousness can follow. It requires immediate medical attention.

Beware Of Glare -Keeping Crew Members Safe From Dehydration

Whilst working onboard, excessive sweating can lead to fluid and electrolyte loss, causing muscle cramps, low blood pressure, rapid heartbeat, and weakness. Even mild dehydration can impair cognitive function, coordination, and mood.

Cardiovascular Stress

The heart works harder to pump blood to the skin’s surface to cool down. This increases the risk of heart attacks or strokes, especially in those with underlying conditions.

Respiratory Impact

Keeping your windows protected from excessive glare is imperative to the safety of staff and crew members. Hot air often degrades air pollution, which can aggravate asthma and other respiratory conditions. Increased ozone levels can irritate the lungs, even in healthy individuals.

Beware Of Glare – High Performance Solar Screens For Ships

To address some of the situations and symptoms mentioned, Solarglide suggest keeping your onboard crew members safe with installing high performance onboard Solar Screens for ships. These versatile shading solutions combat the effects of warm interior climates whilst at sea, protecting crew members located in vessels bridge area for prolonged periods of time.

Solarglide’s product range is as diverse as the vessels it serves. From anti-glare solar screens , blackout blinds to bespoke Venetian blinds. These products are not just functional – they’re designed to enhance onboard comfort, safety, and energy efficiency.

Solar Screens. Motorised, Cassette or Non Cassette Solar Screens by Solarglide Limited. © Solarglide Limited

 

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