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Is Heat Illness Regulation on the Horizon?
- Mine operators are increasingly safeguarding workers against heat stress due to rising temperatures and prolonged hot seasons.
- These efforts typically involve voluntary heat protection programs, including job rotation, protective clothing, shade provision, and hydration guidelines.
- MSHA’s July 2023 heat alert prompted operators to provide heat-stress recognition training and personal protective equipment.
- OSHA is addressing heat injury and illness prevention, potentially leading to federal regulations with temperature-triggered safety requirements. Proactive heat protection measures remain crucial for mine operators.
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