More temperature records are expected to fall the week of July 17, as National Weather Service forecasters are calling for more scorching weather and triple-digit temperatures across some western and southern states. With the thermostat set to explode, workers are at an increased risk of heat-related illnesses, according to California's Department of Industrial Relations. "Our team is out in full force, conducting targeted high heat inspections with a focus on construction, agriculture, landscaping, and warehouse industries to ensure employers are complying with the law," Cal/OSHA Chief Jeff Killip said in a release. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 36 work-related deaths due to heat exposure in 2021, a decline from the 56 seen in 2020. However, it is believed that heat-related deaths often go unreported or are misreported, according to prior reports. The above slideshow offers tips from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to keep workers safe when the temperature climbs to extreme highs. Related: |
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