Bill > S06719

This bill regulates employers to keep their employees safe from exposure to extreme heat by implementing heat-related illness prevention plans. The bill defines key terms such as "covered employee," "covered employer," and "excessive heat," and requires the Commissioner of Labor, in consultation with the Commissioner of Health, to establish maximum exposure levels for heat and ensure employers comply with the requirements. Covered employers must develop, implement, and maintain an effective written excessive heat-related illness prevention plan, which includes procedures for monitoring employee exposure, providing water and rest breaks, and emergency response. The bill also mandates annual training and education for covered employees and supervisors, and requires employers to maintain records and data on heat-related illnesses and deaths. Additionally, the bill prohibits discrimination or retaliation against employees who exercise their rights under the bill or report violations.