Employers should provide a heat illness prevention program which includes providing workers with water, rest, and shade; gradually increasing workloads and allowing more frequent breaks for new workers or workers who have been away for a week or more to build a tolerance for working in the heat (acclimatization); modifying work schedules as necessary; planning for emergencies and training workers about the symptoms of heat-related illnesses and their prevention; and monitoring workers for signs of illness.

Symptoms may include high body temperature, altered mental state or behavior, alteration in sweating, nausea and vomiting, flushed skin, rapid breathing, racing heart rate, and headache.

Workers' compensation benefits can include medical care, temporary or permanent disability benefits, vocational rehabilitation, and, in some cases, death benefits for surviving family members. The specific benefits you may be eligible for will depend on the severity of your injury and your state's workers' compensation laws.

Winning a workers' comp stress claim can be challenging, as these claims often require substantial evidence and documentation to prove the stress or psychological injury was work-related. However, there are several steps you can take to increase your chances of success:

1. Report your stress or psychological injury to your employer as soon as possible. It's important to document your injury and report it in a timely manner to ensure your claim is taken seriously.
2. Seek medical attention and get a diagnosis from a licensed medical professional. This will help establish a clear link between your stress or psychological injury and your work environment.
3. Gather evidence to support your claim. This can include witness statements, emails or other documentation that demonstrates the cause of your stress or psychological injury was work-related.
4. Work with an experienced workers' comp attorney who understands the complexities of stress claims and can help you navigate the legal process.
5. Attend all medical appointments and follow your doctor's recommended treatment plan. This can help demonstrate that you're taking your injury seriously and doing everything possible to recover.
6. Be prepared to negotiate with the workers' comp insurance company. They may offer a settlement that's less than you're seeking, so it's important to have an experienced attorney on your side to negotiate on your behalf.

While there are no guarantees when it comes to winning a workers' comp stress claim, taking these steps can help increase your chances of success. Contact a workers' comp attorney today to discuss your case and explore your options.

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