Massachusetts H3995 aims to protect workers from extreme temperatures by requiring employers to implement safety measures.
Massachusetts H3995 mandates employers to safeguard workers from extreme temperatures by implementing various safety measures. Employers must develop a written program to mitigate heat-related illnesses, including providing paid rest breaks, shade, drinking water, and training for supervisors and staff. When temperatures exceed 80 degrees Fahrenheit, employers must ensure employees take a minimum 10-minute preventative cool-down rest every hour.
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