Article written by Jim Frederick & the U.S. Department of Labor

With temperatures rising as we head into the summer months, so does the risk of heat hazards. In 2019, exposure to heat led to 43 work-related deaths and 2,410 injuries and illnesses, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has resources to help employers and workers beat the heat and stay healthy and safe.
 
CLICK HERE to read about some practices to remember as you prepare for the summer heat.