How Much Water to Drink While Construction Worker
Construction work combines heavy physical exertion with sun and heat exposure. Workers can lose up to 2 litres of sweat per hour, making regular hydration a safety requirement.
4500ml
Recommended daily intake
4.5L
litres
18
glasses
tips_and_updatesHydration Tips for Construction Worker
- check_circleDrink 250ml of water every 15-20 minutes during active work
- check_circleStart your shift with at least 500ml of water
- check_circleUse electrolyte drinks in hot weather or during shifts over 2 hours
- check_circleKeep water stations accessible and shaded on the job site
- check_circleRecognize heat illness signs: dizziness, confusion, muscle cramps
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