The world encountered its hottest month on record in July this year, sparking concerns in the United States over the health and safety of workers in industries whose livelihoods hinge on outdoor work.
hottest month on recordWith temperatures soaring to unprecedented levels, citizens from New York to California have been grappling with the relentless heat.
He noted that 600 people die annually from its effects, which is more than the combined total from floods, hurricanes and tornadoes. However, there remains a lack of federal heat standards, with proposals facing opposition in some Republican-led states. The state of California has mandated employers to provide water, shade, and breaks when temperatures surpass 35 degrees Celsius. The pushback against heat protection regulations stems partly from industry groups such as the American Farm Bureau Federation, which argue that a patchwork of regulations could place an undue burden on employers.
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