Heat

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Bilbao, Spain — Nearly 1 out of 3 European workers are concerned that extreme heat or other issues related to climate change will impact their safety and health, according to the results of a recent survey.

Storrs, CT — The University of Connecticut’s Korey Stringer Institute recently opened a research center dedicated to studying how extreme heat affects workers.

Portland, OR — In response to seven worker deaths caused by heat-related illnesses in the state over a recent 11-year period, the Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences has issued a hazard alert.

Carson City, NV — The Nevada Division of Industrial Relations and Nevada OSHA have updated their heat illness dashboard to include data on the state’s newly implemented heat rule.

Waltham, MA — California’s heat regulations have led to fewer work-related injuries on hot days, according to the results of a recent study conducted by the Workers Compensation Research Institute.

Washington — Tens of thousands of workplace injuries a year are linked to hotter temperatures, according to a recent study out of Harvard University and George Washington University.

We asked PPE manufacturers: What are some of the biggest challenges safety pros face when it comes to protecting workers from extreme temperatures?

Washington — People and groups that participated in public hearings on OSHA’s proposed heat rule now have until Oct. 30 to submit post-hearing comments.

Denver — The impact of artificial intelligence on workplace safety and health is no longer a discussion rooted in the future.