H3995
An Act to protect workers from extreme temperatures
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Bill overview
This bill aims to protect workers in Massachusetts from the dangers of extreme heat and cold. It would require employers to take steps to ensure worker safety when working in conditions that pose a risk of heat or cold stress, such as providing access to shade, water, or appropriate clothing. The legislation seeks to establish clear guidelines and responsibilities for employers to mitigate these risks and prevent worker illness or injury. It builds upon existing efforts to improve workplace safety standards.
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Primary sponsor
James J. O'Day
Cosponsors
Christopher Hendricks
Danillo A. Sena
David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf
James B. Eldridge
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