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Even on cloudy days, the heat trapped inside your vehicle can reach life-threatening temperatures – and leaving the windows open doesn’t help. This means that no child should ever be left alone inside a vehicle.
Washington — OSHA has launched a national competition for the best tools and resources on the dangers of heat exposure – indoors and outdoors – at work.
Carson City, NV — Recently introduced legislation in Nevada would provide outdoor workers with additional protections against extreme heat and poor air quality.
Tumwater, WA — A proposed update to Washington state’s permanent rules on worker heat exposure would set the “temperature action level” at 80° F for most outdoor workers.
Washington — The National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health’s work group on heat injury and illness prevention is set to meet virtually in April.
Albany, NY — Recently introduced legislation in New York is aimed at protecting workers from extreme temperatures in both indoor and outdoor work settings.
Sacramento, CA — Attorneys general from seven states are calling on OSHA to issue an emergency temporary standard to protect workers from heat exposure.