supervisor level

Managing Heat Stress in the Workplace

The Managing Heat Stress in the Workplace Course

WSH Officer monitoring workplace heat stress using a WBGT meter at a construction site
  • 8 hours
  • In-Person Classes
  • Training Locations Bukit Batok33 Hillview Terrace Woodlands2 Woodlands Sector 1 #01-19 Joo Koon6 Third Lok Yang Road MacPherson1 Harrison Road
  • $238.00 (Incl. GST)
  • Languages and Schedules Available (Click Below!)
English

For enquiries, please reach out to enquiry@sg-akc.com, or contact us at 6690 5555.

Course Details

Managing Heat Stress in the Workplace

Commonly asked questions

What is heat stress management training?

Heat stress management training equips supervisors, WSH professionals and managers with knowledge and practical strategies to identify heat-related hazards, implement workplace controls and respond to heat-related illnesses. It covers topics such as heat risk assessment, hydration, work-rest cycles, acclimatisation and emergency response.

Who should attend this heat stress management course?

This course is suitable for WSH Officers, WSH Coordinators, supervisors, site managers, operations managers and personnel responsible for managing heat exposure, workplace safety and worker welfare in outdoor or high-heat environments.

Course Overview

The Managing Heat Stress in the Workplace programme is an 8-hour heat stress management training course designed for WSH Officers, WSH Coordinators, supervisors and operations managers responsible for managing heat-related risks in the workplace.

With MOM’s enhanced heat stress measures taking effect on 1 December 2026, this heat stress management course equips participants with the knowledge to assess workplace heat risks, interpret Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) readings and implement preventive measures such as hydration, acclimatisation, work-rest arrangements and emergency preparedness.

Participants will also learn to recognise heat-related illnesses, respond to suspected heat stroke and develop practical workplace action plans to strengthen heat stress management at their worksites.

This classroom-based course has no formal assessment. Participants must achieve 100% attendance to receive an AKC e-Certificate of Attendance / Completion.

Course Outcomes

By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped to:

  • Recognize heat-stress hazards and worker warning signs.
  • Read and use WBGT information to decide site actions.
  • Apply MOM-aligned heat-stress measures including training, cool drinking water, standby cooling and suitable clothing.
  • Plan hydration, acclimatization, work-rest cycles, buddy systems and sector-specific controls.
  • Respond to suspected heat stroke by calling 995 and starting active cooling immediately.
  • Create a 30-day action plan and 90-day rollout for workplace implementation.

Prerequisites:

Before beginning this course, it’s essential to have the following:

  • Have Workplace Literacy (WPL) Level 4 or equivalent English proficiency in reading, listening, speaking and writing.

  • Possess basic workplace safety awareness and be able to participate in classroom discussions, group activities and scenario-based workshops.

  • Preferably have experience supervising, coordinating or supporting outdoor, high-heat or physically demanding work.

Learning Units:

  • Foundations and Compliance
  • Heat Science and Risk Assessment
  • Prevention and Daily Controls
  • Emergency Response and Workplace Scenarios
  • Industry-Specific Heat Stress Management
  • Technology, Resilience and Action Planning

Certifications Granted:

E-AKC’s Certificate of Attendance / Completion will be issued to learners who meet the attendance and participation requirements.

Additional Details:

Facilitator and Learner ratio – Min 1: 5; Max: 1: 20

Passing criteria: Attendance 100%

Last Updated: 10/11/2026
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