Heat Exposure

• Critics say new U.S. heat safety rules for workers don’t go far enough

  U.S. President Joe Biden has called for a new heat hazard alert system that will ensure both workers and employers are educated and protected while a federal standard is worked on.

  Environment

  Jul 28, 2023
  
• U.S. congressman goes on ‘thirst strike’ for worker heat safety protections

  Rep. Greg Casar, a Democrat, spent the day on the steps of the U.S. Capitol refusing to eat, drink water or take breaks from the 30 C heat in Washington, D.C.

  Health

  Jul 25, 2023
  
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• As temperatures rise in B.C.’s Southern Interior, health agency issues heat reminder, safety tips  

  Environment Canada is forecasting sunny skies and daily highs of 30 to 35 C through to Saturday for the Okanagan, Shuswap, Similkameen and Boundary regions.

  Health

  Jul 28, 2021