Biden proposes new rule to protect 36 million workers from extreme heat

President Joe Biden proposed a rule on July 2 that protects approximately 36 million workers from potential heat exposure-related injuries suffered during heat advisories, and consequently reduces the number of heat-related deaths, injuries, and illnesses on the job. The rule requires employers to identify heat hazards, develop emergency response plans related to heat illness, and provide training to employees and supervisors on the signs and symptoms of such illnesses; employers will also be required to implement rest breaks, provide shade and water, and heat acclimatization for new workers.

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