Establishes occupational heat stress standard and "Occupational Heat-Related Illness and Injury Prevention Program" in DOLWD.
The bill establishes an occupational heat stress standard and an "Occupational Heat-Related Illness and Injury Prevention Program" within the Department of Labor and Workforce Development. It mandates employers to develop, implement, and maintain a heat-related illness and injury prevention plan. Employers must provide training, potable water, rest breaks, and emergency response for employees exposed to excessive heat. The commissioner can issue stop-work orders for violations and assess administrative penalties. Amusement parks are exempt from the requirements.
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