OSHA offers tips for working safely in hot weather Those hot, hazy days of summer are upon us. The heat can be especially harmful for those who work outdoors in direct sunlight or in hot environments, making them susceptible to heat-induced illnesses such as heat stress, heat exhaustion or the more serious heat st
What you need to know about heat-induced illnesses Much of the country has been experiencing record high temperatures, putting individuals who work outdoors in direct sunlight or in hot environments at risk for heat-induced illnesses such as heat stress, heat exhaustion or the more serious heat stroke. What are the