State launches ‘Beat the Heat’ campaign
N.C. Labor Commissioner Luke Farley.
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The summer heat is here. Labor Commissioner Luke Farley and the N.C. Department of Labor are reminding employers and workers alike to take simple, effective steps to prevent heat-related illnesses on the job.
“Heat illness is preventable,” said Commissioner Farley. “Whether you’re in the field, on a construction site or working outdoors in any capacity, the keys to staying safe are simple: rest, water and shade. Safety is a shared responsibility, and by working together, we can make sure everyone goes home safe and healthy at the end of the day.”
The Department’s “Beat the Heat” campaign is a renewed push to prevent heat illness – offering practical tools and best practices designed to help both employers and employees end heat stress and heat-related injuries. These include:
• A heat safety calculator
• A real-time heat index app
• Hazard alerts and training videos
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• Agriculture-specific safety resources, including podcasts and sample safety programs
For more information or to request materials, visit labor.nc.gov.
