Bill > S03412

This bill establishes the "Temperature Extreme Mitigation Program (TEMP) Act" to protect workers from heat-related health risks by creating comprehensive temperature protection standards for indoor and outdoor worksites in specific industries, including agriculture, construction, landscaping, food service, transport, and building services. The bill mandates that employers provide access to drinking water, medical monitoring, shade or cool areas, paid preventative breaks, and personal protective equipment when temperatures reach or exceed 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Employers must also develop and maintain heat stress mitigation plans, provide training on heat illness signs and prevention, and display educational materials in the twelve most common languages spoken in the state. The bill requires employers to track heat-related illnesses, imposes penalties of at least $50 per day for non-compliance, and establishes a worker hotline for filing complaints. The legislation was motivated by data showing significant heat-related health emergencies in New York City, including an estimated 450 emergency department visits, 150 hospital admissions, and 10 heat-stroke deaths annually, with the goal of ensuring safe working conditions for employees across various industries.