California rules for workers in heat
Kiera McKinney
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ)- Employers in the valley must provide fresh water, shade, and rest breaks during extreme heat. The law in California requires employers to put shade in place when temperatures pass 80°F. Workers can request rest breaks in the shade at any time to cool down.
Employers must check workers for signs of sickness. They must also ensure regular and mandatory rest breaks.
Heat Requirement Rules: When temperatures reach extreme heat
Breaks: Workers have a right to a minute cool down break in the shade anytime they feel they need it
Water: Employers must provide enough fresh, cool water so each worker can drink at least one quart per hour
Shade: Shaded areas must be put up when temperatures exceed and be large enough to comfortably fit all resting workers
Stay tuned for my full story at 5 to see what what employers are doing to protect their workers during the extreme heat.