June 27, 2023 
Monsoon season is here and it brings some respite from the rising temperatures, but it is also important that you remain alert about the health challenges that this season can bring. Like every time, many challenges like traffic accidents to power outages can also arise in this season. Moreover, if you are a corporate worker and do not have a personal vehicle for transportation, it becomes even more difficult. So, if you want to enjoy this season and do not face any untoward incident, then you must follow the following monsoon safety tips.
Sometimes you have to attend the office irrespective of the weather conditions, whether it is to meet with a client or to finish an important project. Because of that, you do not get the chance to take leave or work from home. Though, the problems and concerns are still the same, but you can definitely follow these safety tips to avoid these unfortunate incidents.
1. Drive carefully
People who commute by car should be vigilant and follow all traffic laws and safety measures, especially during monsoons as chances of accidents increase in such weather. If possible, stay in a safe place in rainy areas before the rain subsides. Employers may also publicize work from home policies for extreme weather conditions.
2. Don't go out for a walk in the rain
It may be tempting to enjoy the rain while going to work, but doing so is not healthy. Contact with rain water should be avoided as it can put a person at risk of various viral diseases like leptospirosis and fungal infections of feet and nails.
3. Always carry extra clothes with you
Sometimes it can be a bit difficult to tell when the rains will come, which can become a cause of trouble later. To avoid any embarrassment or health issues, it is advisable to carry a full set of dry clothes to work with. Change your wet clothes immediately as soon as you reach your workplace. With this, you can avoid the disease that occurs.
4. Keep umbrella and raincoat with you
Always keep umbrella or raincoat in your vehicle or at work during rainy season. It is very important to have an umbrella with you in the rainy season. Not only will this keep you from getting sick, but it will also help you prevent your valuable contents like your wallet, cards and phone from getting wet during the rainy season.
5. Take care of your diet
The risk of contracting common diseases like typhoid or dengue and food contamination, digestive problems like diarrhea and gastroenteritis are high during this season. Hence, it is important to maintain a balanced diet and exercise control over eating, especially for those who get takeout at work.
6. Watch out for electrical hazards
We all are aware of this fact that the combination of water and electricity is not good. If you work in construction or any other field, be aware of electrical hazards during rains. If you think it is going to rain, stop operating electrical equipment and machinery and wait until the weather clears.
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