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Preventing Heat Stress for Future Engineers

On July 9, 2026, Hata Consultant Co., Ltd., a company renowned for its extensive training experience in the construction sector, organized a practical workshop on heat stress prevention for 34 students at Tokai Technical College in Kanayama, Nagoya. The initiative aimed to equip these upcoming graduates with essential knowledge and skills before they embark on their upcoming 10-day corporate internships in August.

Given the increasingly harsh summer conditions, the training focused on critical safety practices, including hydration management and emergency responses. Students participated in various hands-on activities designed to illustrate the risks of heat stress they might face in real-world outdoor settings. They donned rain gear to simulate the discomfort of heat accumulation and experienced the instant cooling effect of Hata Consultant's newly developed cooling mist product, "Oyakata no Hitofuki," complemented by practical scenarios involving first aid for heat-related illnesses.

The Context: Rising Heat Stress Risks

Japan has been experiencing record-breaking summer heatwaves, contributing to a worrying rise in heat-related injuries and fatalities, particularly in the construction and surveying sectors. In 2025 alone, heat-related incidents resulted in 1,681 reported cases, marking the highest number since tracking began in 2005. Consequently, managing heat stress risks is becoming a pressing issue, especially for students entering the workforce who are often unaccustomed to working in extreme conditions.

Workshop Highlights

The day commenced with a lecture by instructor Urano, who discussed the current state of heatwave conditions and the crucial guidelines for work stoppage standards based on the Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT). Following the lecture, students engaged in an interactive workshop that simulated the conditions of outdoor work by performing squats in rain gear. This activity dramatically demonstrated how quickly heat could build up in protective clothing. The excitement peaked when students experienced the refreshing effects of the cooling mist, resulting in cheers throughout the classroom as they felt the immediate relief.

An additional component included a simulation exercise where groups of students practiced emergency protocols, acting out scenarios where a coworker showed symptoms of heat illness. Using smartphones as a stand-in for cooling agents, students went through the motions from administering first aid to making emergency calls, fostering a realistic and focused training environment.

Feedback from Participants

The response from students was overwhelmingly positive. Many expressed newfound awareness regarding heat stress risks and vowed to stay vigilant during their internships. One student mentioned, "The workshop truly opened my eyes to the all-day risks of heat stress, not just in the afternoons, as I had thought." Another emphasized the hands-on experience: "While the rain gear workouts were tough, they made learning fun!"

Feedback from Tokai Technical College's faculty also reflected satisfaction, highlighting their gratitude for the interactive and practical nature of the training. Instructor Urano's ability to engage students effectively left a lasting impression as students attentively absorbed each bit of information and participated enthusiastically in the exercises.

Hata Consultant's Commitment

Urano noted, "Our goal for today was to make practical heat stress prevention solutions accessible to these students before they head into their internships next month. The enthusiasm and seriousness with which they approached the lessons was inspiring."
Hata Consultant's president, Tatsuya Kobata, expressed gratitude for the collaboration with Tokai Technical College. He stated, "Providing this timely training just before the peak summer heat was critical, and it was rewarding to see the tangible reactions and feedback from the students about our cooling solutions. We are committed to expanding the reach of 'Oyakata no Hitofuki' to ensure even more workers can benefit from it and prevent heat-related illness."

Looking Ahead

Building on the success of this workshop, Hata Consultant plans to extend similar training programs across Japan for technical schools and construction companies, promoting proactive and relevant heat illness prevention education tailored for the industry.

Workshop Details

- Date & Time: July 9, 2026, 11:30 - 12:20
- Location: Tokai Technical College Kanayama Campus (Address: 2-7-19 Kanayama, Naka Ward, Nagoya)
- Participants: 34 students from Civil Engineering and Surveying design departments
- Instructor: Hata Consultant Co., Ltd.
- Content: Understanding real-world challenges and the latest summer heat stress prevention techniques through engaging workshops.

Product Overview

• - Product Name: Oyakata no Hitofuki (Cooling Mist)
• - Description: Body lotion for heat stress relief
• - Volume: 100ml
• - Release Date: June 1, 2026
• - Price: 1,200 yen (excluding tax) / 1,320 yen (including tax)
• - Manufacturer: Hata Consultant Co., Ltd.
• - Distribution: Available for order in single units.
• - Product Website

About Hata Consultant Co., Ltd.

With over 600,000 training sessions and extensive expertise in construction site management, Hata Consultant specializes in delivering solutions aimed at optimizing operational efficiency, safety management, cost reduction, and quality enhancement in the construction industry. Their dedication to fostering talent in the sector involves creating customized training solutions to ensure sustainable growth and success across Japan's construction landscape.