Last week's record-breaking heat wave is highlighting concerns about the potential health risks facing workers. At Northside Hospital Forsyth in Cumming, Georgia, Dr. Douglas Olson, the medical director for the emergency department, said he's seen a roughly 20% increase in heat-related visits since last year across the hospital's five systems. "Most of the time it's related to occupational heat exposure," he said. "So those people that are working outside for prolonged periods — it's been pretty rough.
Main Idea: A deadly heat wave is renewing pressure on Amazon, UPS, and OSHA to do more to protect workers from extreme heat.
Key Points:
Heat waves can sicken or kill workers, which can raise costs, delay deliveries, and strain hospitals and families.
OSHA heat rules and company steps like Amazon and UPS cooling plans could lower injuries and make jobs safer.
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Central employer discussed in the worker heat-safety controversy and the subject of specific claims and rebuttals.
Central regulator holding hearings and proposing a federal heat-safety rule for employers.
Major company discussed in relation to delivery truck heat conditions and its fleet cooling upgrades.
Named medical director quoted about rising heat-related visits and occupational heat exposure.
Named physician quoted explaining how heat-illness symptoms can escalate quickly.
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Labor advocacy group raising concerns about Amazon worker safety at the OSHA hearing.
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