Heat-Related Illness Training, Measures to be Implemented
Washington State is now implementing a rule aimed to curb heat-related illnesses suffered by outdoor workers during the summer. Such heat-related illnesses were regularly contributing to workers' compensation claims.
The law, which is set to begin on July 5, will require employers
1. to train employees and supervisors to be able to recognize heat-related illnesses
2. to provide extra water when temperatures reach a certain level
3. to be able to respond to heat-related illnesses and determine if medical attention should be sought
The rule was put in motion to mandate adequate workplace safety, setting out items necessary to being able to manage increasingly hot temperatures with outdoor laborers. Washington partially adopted this regulation in response to the continuous growth in workers compensation and death claims related to heat stress and heat stroke.
Workers’ Compensation laws are in place to regulate claims arising from injuries occurring during the course of employment. The law discussed above in Washington serves to expand aspects of workplace safety regulations in order to avoid the increasing claims due to heat-related illnesses suffered by employees. Important information about Missouri workplace safety regulations can be found on my Workers' Compensation website.
In general, workers' compensation is the only way to remedy employee injury suffered during the course of employment. Missouri Workers compensation laws ensure that employees will be compensated, however they also ensure that employers likely won't be liable to additional damages than those set per the law.
If you have any questions or concerns involving Missouri (St. Louis, Kansas City, or surrounding cities) workers’ compensation claims or any other Missouri personal injury questions, I am happy to discuss your case with you and answer any concerns you may have.
If requested, I will immediately and aggressively take action on your behalf. The call and consultation are free. I can be reached 24 hours a day at 314.322.8515 or toll free at 1.800.500.INJURY (4658). Call me personally and I will answer all the questions and concerns you may have. There is no fee unless we recover for you.
If you don't want to call or you can't call, you can email me at john@pagecagle.com. I look forward to speaking with you and helping you through these trying times. You can also visit www.workerscomp-lawgroup.com for more information.
