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This bill proposes aishes heat illness prevention plan employers in specific industriesies in Kentucky,. The bill creates new definitions and requirements for agricultural, construction, landscaping, and transportation businesses when temperatures reach high index thresholds. Specifically, when the heat index exceeds 90 degrees Fahrenheit, employers must provide shaded rest areas, cold drinking water, and close supervision for employees. When the heat index reaches 100 degrees, additional requirements include implementing communication systems for monitoring employee health, designating staff to oversee worker conditions, establishing emergency response procedures, and conducting pre-shift safety meetings. Employers must also develop a written heat illness prevention plan in languages understood by workers, which includes include comprehensive training on illnessnesses, risk factors, and emergencyration. The plan covers topics like signs like acclimatization, personal risk factors, and the importance of reporting heat-related symptoms. Businesses found in violation of these requirements will be subject to penalties under existing Kentucky labor regulations. The goal of the bill is to is to safety for prevent heat-related illnesses in high-risk outdoor and physical labor industries.

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https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/25RS/sb49.html