Under California heat illness prevention regulations, employers must provide outdoor workers with water, shade, and access to cool-down rest when the temperature reaches:
a.80°F (27°C)
b.85°F (29°C)
c.90°F (32°C)
d.95°F (35°C)
Explanation
Cal/OSHA's heat illness prevention standard requires water, shade, and cool-down periods for outdoor workers when temperatures reach 80°F. High-heat procedures kick in at 95°F.
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