Hawaii HB245 mandates statewide guidelines for managing heat exposure during outdoor activities in schools.

Hawaii HB245 addresses rising temperatures and humidity in Hawaii by requiring the Department of Education, in collaboration with the Department of Health, to develop statewide guidelines for managing heat exposure during outdoor activities. These guidelines will apply to all public and charter schools and include recommendations for modifying, postponing, or canceling activities based on wet-bulb globe temperature measurements, ensuring adequate hydration, and safeguarding students with medical conditions.

Hawaii HB245 mandates statewide guidelines for managing heat exposure during outdoor activities in schools.

Hawaii HB245 addresses rising temperatures and humidity in Hawaii by requiring the Department of Education, in collaboration with the Department of Health, to develop statewide guidelines for managing heat exposure during outdoor activities. These guidelines will apply to all public and charter schools and include recommendations for modifying, postponing, or canceling activities based on wet-bulb globe temperature measurements, ensuring adequate hydration, and safeguarding students with medical conditions.