Sunday, July 23, 2023

‘It comes up on you fast:’ Scorching heat is crushing American businesses

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Electricians with IBEW Local 11 pull out an old copper cable line under excessive heat from the old Cesar Chavez Avenue Viaduct in Los Angeles, Thursday, July 13, 2023. Employers were reminded to adhere to regulations that require outdoor workers are given water, shade and regular breaks to cool off. The state will be performing spot checks at work sites to make sure the rules are being followed, said Jeff Killip with the Division of Occupational Safety & Health. Water bottles on the ground contain soapy water used to facilitate the pulling of electric wires.
‘It comes up on you fast:’ Scorching heat is crushing American businesses
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