OSHA reminds employers of important protections for working safely in summer heat

Throughout much of the U.S., high temperatures and humidity in the summer season can create hot and hazardous working conditions, both outdoors and indoors. OSHA reminds employers of their duty to protect employees from the risks and dangers of heat exposure.

OSHA reminds employers of the following ways to mitigate heat hazards:

OSHA’s Occupational Heat Exposure page explains the symptoms of heat illness, first aid measures to provide while waiting for help, proactive engineering controls and work practices to reduce workers’ exposure to heat, and training.

Share on Socials!

Related Articles

Related Articles

Safety Professionals Are Invited to Share Experiences with Head Protection

J.J. Keller & Associates, Inc. and ISEA Launch a Collaborative Research Study J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc., a leading provider of safety and compliance solutions, ...
Read More

Conagen and Sumitomo Chemical Jointly Develop a New Era of Renewable Carbon Materials

Conagen, the bioplatform innovator and biomanufacturer, and Sumitomo Chemical, Japan's leading chemical company, have announced to jointly develop p-hydroxystyrene (HS) and its polymer, poly p-hydroxystyrene (PHS), using a combination ...
Read More

Walt Disney World Resort phased reopening and important information

Walt Disney World theme parks open beginning July 11 for Magic Kingdom Park and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park followed by EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios on July 15, according ...
Read More