H7966

Rhode Island H7966 mandates employers to safeguard workers from extreme heat and cold through safety plans, paid rest breaks, shade, drinking water.

Rhode Island H7966, the Extreme Temperature Worker Protection Act, requires employers to protect workers from extreme heat and cold by implementing safety plans, providing paid rest breaks, shade or warmth, drinking water, and protective equipment, ensuring training, and recordkeeping. Employers must provide paid rest breaks, shade, drinking water, and protective equipment to employees working in extreme temperatures. Employers must also implement a Temperature-Related Injury and Illness Prevention Plan (TRIIPP) and provide training on temperature safety.