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Monday, June 18, 2012

High Temps, High Humidity Create Deadly Combination

If you're working outside - whether paid or not - the hot temps aren't anything to ignore. OSHA has an app for that.

OSHA will launch its Summer Safety Campaign for workers, “Water. Rest. Shade,” on the first day of summer, June 20. However, even if you have a 'cushy desk job' chances are you'll be spending some time outside in the next few days, and may feel inspired to get some work done around the house, and in the heat. Given the hot spell that's now upon us, the timing couldn't be better. Here are a few resources for you to take advantage of, whether you're a roofer or a desk jockey, or are tempted to exercise your 'normal routine'. OSHA is also partnering with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) on weather service alerts. NOAA’s Heat Watch page now includes worker safety precautions when extreme heat alerts are issued. What …

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