Asunción Valdivia Heat Illness, Injury, and Fatality Prevention Act of 2025
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Overview
The Asunción Valdivia Heat Illness, Injury, and Fatality Prevention Act of 2025 aims to protect workers from heat-related illnesses and injuries by establishing an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standard. This standard will require employers to implement measures like providing cool water, rest breaks, and acclimatization policies, and may include engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment. The bill also establishes a timeline for the development and implementation of this standard, prioritizing worker safety and incorporating expert guidance.
Key provisions
- Employers must provide a safe and healthful work environment free from heat stress hazards.
- The OSHA standard will establish maximum protective measures for employee exposure to heat.
- The standard may include engineering controls (e.g., ventilation), administrative controls (e.g., adjusted work schedules), and personal protective equipment (e.g., cooling vests).
- Employers must provide cool potable water and periodic rest breaks.
- Training requirements for employees and supervisors on recognizing and responding to heat-related illnesses are mandated.
- A heat illness and injury prevention plan must be developed and maintained.
- The standard will consider existing state-approved heat protection measures.
- The Secretary will prioritize employee safety when developing the standard.
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