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Keeping outdoor workers safe and cool in the extreme heat

Workers new to outdoor jobs are generally most at risk for heat-related illnesses.

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under the OSH Act, employers have a duty to protect workers from recognized serious hazards in the workplace, including heat-related hazards. Under OSHA, employers have a duty to protect workers from recognized serious hazards in the workplace, including heat-related hazards. (Photo: Shutterstock)

Due to the nature of their job, outdoor workers are exposed to a number of elements. The sun, in particular, can have drastic implications for workers if they’re not careful.

Denny Jacob

Denny Jacob

Denny Jacob is an associate editor for NU PropertyCasualty360. Contact him at djacob@alm.com.

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