Massachusetts S3240 establishes protections for workers in extreme temperatures.

Massachusetts S3240 establishes protections for workers in extreme temperatures. Employers must provide drinking water, shade, and cool-down areas when temperatures exceed 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Employees must be allowed to take preventative cool-down rests. Employers must implement heat-illness prevention programs, including engineering and administrative controls, education, training, and emergency response plans. Employers must also provide personal protective equipment and warmth when temperatures are below 60 degrees Fahrenheit.

Massachusetts S3240 establishes protections for workers in extreme temperatures.

Massachusetts S3240 establishes protections for workers in extreme temperatures. Employers must provide drinking water, shade, and cool-down areas when temperatures exceed 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Employees must be allowed to take preventative cool-down rests. Employers must implement heat-illness prevention programs, including engineering and administrative controls, education, training, and emergency response plans. Employers must also provide personal protective equipment and warmth when temperatures are below 60 degrees Fahrenheit.