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politics1 year ago•5 min saved

Florida Governor DeSantis Outlaws Local Heat Protections for Outdoor Workers

Florida joins Texas in banning local heat protections for outdoor workers as Governor Ron DeSantis signs House Bill 433, which prohibits local governments from requiring heat protection for outdoor workers. The law, effective July 1, restricts city and county governments from setting heat exposure requirements not already required under state or federal law. Critics argue that the legislation undermines worker safety and leaves Florida more vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, while supporters claim it protects businesses from being put out of business.

via USA TODAY|

#florida #hb-433 #heat-protections

labor-rights1 year ago•5 min saved

"Florida Senate Passes Bill Limiting Heat Protections for Workers"

The Florida legislature passed a bill preventing local governments from enacting protections for outdoor workers from extreme heat, drawing criticism for endangering the state's 2 million outdoor workers, particularly in Miami-Dade county. Efforts to establish federal standards have been slow, leaving workers vulnerable to heat-related illnesses and fatalities. Critics argue that the legislation, which takes effect on July 1, is cruel and prioritizes industry interests over worker safety, while proponents stress the urgent need for heat protection standards as extreme heat becomes more frequent and severe.

via The Guardian US|

#florida #heat-protections #labor-rights

environment2 years ago•8 min saved

Wildfire smoke blankets cities, posing health risks for outdoor workers and residents.

Outdoor workers, including delivery drivers, landscapers, and farm laborers, are facing hazardous air quality due to smoke from wildfires in Canada that has spread across the East Coast of the United States. While some workplaces have taken steps to limit exposure to polluted air, many outdoor workers remain vulnerable to health risks such as respiratory illness and kidney damage. As climate change fuels more intense wildfires and heat waves, scientists warn that outdoor workers around the globe are likely to face more challenging conditions, more often. Governments and businesses have been slow to take action to protect outdoor workers, who make up a significant portion of the workforce.

via The Washington Post|

#air-quality #climate-change #environment