New Mexico officials are pushing for new workplace safety rules to protect workers from heat-related illnesses as temperatures rise. The proposed rules by the New Mexico Environment Department would require employers to provide rest breaks, shade, drinking water, emergency care access, and training for workers when temperatures exceed 80°F, with stricter measures at or above 95°F. These rules aim to address the increasing ER visits for heat stress, with New Mexico joining six other states in taking independent action due to the lack of federal heat safety standards. Heat stress can lead to serious health conditions and even death, highlighting the importance of implementing these protective measures. With no federal standards in place, states are left to address the issue, and the fragmented policy response shows the need for coordinated efforts to protect workers from the harmful effects of extreme heat.
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