We wanted to remind employees that the Cal/OSHA Indoor Heat Illness Prevention Standard Rule is effective immediately since the Office of Administrative Law (OAL) approved it.
It will apply to most indoor workplaces. Employers are required to adopt safety measures that go into effect in most cases when indoor temperatures reach 82°F to prevent the risk of heat illness to workers.
Employers may be covered by the Outdoor and Indoor Heat Prevention Rules, so it is recommended to confirm if this is your case, use the resources provided by Cal/OSHA, and update your policies, practices, and procedures accordingly.
For additional resources:
- Cal/OSHA Press Release
- Abracadabra: Cal/OSHA Indoor Heat Illness Prevention Standard Has Landed (VensureHR)
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