Tag: heat
Millions of workers could be protected from heat stroke under a new federal rule
The US Department of Labor is planning to propose a rule that would mandate employers to have plans in place for injury and illness prevention. It would require employers to provide a 15-minute paid rest break every two hours when the heat index hits 90C. Further, employers would also have to monitor their workers for signs of heat-related illness or symptoms.
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Nine states signed a heat pump agreement to clean up air pollution
The US has signed an action plan to support widespread electrification of residential buildings as part of a Memorandum Of Understanding (MoU). The states will collaborate in pursuing federal funding and developing standards for the rollout of heat pumps, and laying out an overarching plan “with priority actions to support widespread electrification of residential buildings”.
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