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Heat-related laws in Texas, Florida, Phoenix to be put to the test
- Extreme heat poses significant health risks for outdoor construction workers, with last summer being the hottest in 2,000 years.
- States like Texas and Florida have passed laws preventing local mandates on water breaks, while Phoenix requires comprehensive heat safety plans for city contractors, including water, breaks, shade, and training.
- OSHA is developing a federal heat safety standard, emphasizing water, rest, and shade through a national program but can only cite employers under a general duties clause.
- Practical safety measures include gradual acclimatization, regular hydration, wearing breathable clothing, and monitoring for heat illness signs.
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