SafetyQuestion 1312 of 1605
The heat illness 'shade' requirement means that when the temperature exceeds 80°F, the employer must:
a.Send everyone home
b.Never provide shade if a breeze exists
c.Have shade present and allow access so employees can take preventative cool-down rests
d.Only provide shade above 100°F
Explanation
T8 §3395(d) requires shade to be present and available when the temperature exceeds 80°F, sufficient to accommodate employees on cool-down rest, and accessible at all times below that when requested.
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