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Protect Your Workers from Extreme Heat- Essential Safety Tips from OSHA - As temperatures soar and we face one of the hottest summers on record, it's crucial to ensure the safety and well-being of your employees. Extreme heat can be deadly, and it's our responsibility to protect workers from heat-related illnesses. Here's what you need to know:

Employer Responsibility:
- Legal Obligation: 

Employers must provide a safe working environment, including protections against extreme heat.
- Provide Essentials:

 Ensure workers have access to water, rest, and shade.
- Gradual Acclimatization:

 Allow new or returning workers to gradually increase workloads, taking more frequent breaks as they build a tolerance to the heat.
- Emergency Planning:

 Plan for emergencies and train workers on heat illness prevention and recognition.
- Monitor Health:

 Keep an eye on workers for signs of heat illness and respond immediately if symptoms appear.

Worker Rights:
- Safe Workplace: 

Every worker covered under the OSH Act has the right to a safe and healthful workplace.

Taking Action:
- Report Concerns:

 Workers can file a confidential complaint with OSHA if they believe their working conditions are unsafe. Call 1-800-321-OSHA or file online.
- Whistleblower Protections:

 It is illegal for employers to retaliate against workers who report unsafe conditions.

Federal Enforcement:
- OSHA has initiated a National Emphasis Program on heat, focusing on the most vulnerable workers. Enhanced enforcement and outreach efforts are in place to ensure compliance with safety standards.

For more information and resources, visit [osha.gov/heat](https://www.osha.gov/heat).

Stay safe and proactive this summer by protecting your workers from extreme heat.