New Jersey S2422 establishes an occupational heat stress standard and a prevention program for heat-related illnesses and injuries.

New Jersey S2422 mandates the Department of Labor and Workforce Development to set a heat stress standard, defining levels that trigger protective actions by employers. Employers must create and maintain a heat-related illness and injury prevention plan, including training employees on recognizing heat-related illness risks, symptoms, and prevention measures. The bill outlines specific actions employers must take, such as postponing non-urgent tasks during excessive heat, providing water, rest breaks, and shade, and monitoring employee exposure to heat.

New Jersey S2422 establishes an occupational heat stress standard and a prevention program for heat-related illnesses and injuries.

New Jersey S2422 mandates the Department of Labor and Workforce Development to set a heat stress standard, defining levels that trigger protective actions by employers. Employers must create and maintain a heat-related illness and injury prevention plan, including training employees on recognizing heat-related illness risks, symptoms, and prevention measures. The bill outlines specific actions employers must take, such as postponing non-urgent tasks during excessive heat, providing water, rest breaks, and shade, and monitoring employee exposure to heat.