Although temperatures may be cooling as fall takes hold in much of the country, there are still regions and job sites where workers continue to face heat-related safety risks. From 1992 through 2017, ...

As businesses strive to maintain safe and compliant workplaces, staying informed about the latest updates from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is crucial. Recent changes, ...

FORT LEE, Va. — As Soldiers and Civilians, our professions inherently expose us to heat stress through outdoor work, training, uniforms and personal protective equipment. While eliminating heat ...

Small businesses in eligible industries with no more than 10 employees can receive a credit when purchasing personal protective equipment meant to minimize the effects of heat exposure. The governor’s ...

Summer 2024 was the United States’ fourth-hottest on record, and the hottest in history for many cities across the country. As global temperatures rise and heatwaves become more severe and frequent, ...

Extreme heat is the leading cause of weather-related work fatalities in the United States, with construction workers accounting for more than a third of all heat-related deaths. As average daily ...

FOR WHEN IT COMES TO HEAT EXHAUSTION. WELL, OUR HEAT WAVE. IT CONTINUES TODAY. AND BECAUSE OF THAT, I WANT TO TALK ABOUT HEAT ILLNESSES. BECAUSE DID YOU KNOW THE LAST DAY OF A HEAT WAVE, WHICH IS ...

Beating the summer heat. Let's start by getting your home ready. Install an air conditioner if possible, and keep up with regular maintenance for optimal cooling power. Check your windows for any gaps ...

When temperatures heat up, it’s time for fun in the sun, right? Well, not always. Warm weather brings with it some risks, especially for your health. From a mild case of heat rash to a ...

Heat stroke and heat cramps are among health issues caused by extreme heat. Much of Michigan remains under a heat wave early this week, forecasters say. Extreme heat can make Michigan summer deadly, ...