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Update: 7/22/2025 As extreme heat becomes a more persistent occupational hazard across the U.S., regulatory efforts to protect workers are gaining momentum. While federal OSHA continues to develop a national heat standard, several states have already implemented their own heat illness prevention rules. These state-level standards are often more stringent and tailored to local conditions, underscoring the need for employers, especially those operating across multiple state lines, to understand and comply with varied requirements. Even if your state hasn’t yet adopted a specific heat standard, a federal rule is on the horizon. Now is the time for employers to assess current practices and identify gaps. Doing so ensures your organization is prepared for compliance when the federal rule is finalized. Stakeholder Input Due September 30 OSHA has conducted public hearings to gather stakeholder input, and the Post-Hearing Comment Period remains open through September 30, 2025. This is a pivotal moment for employers, labor groups, and safety advocates to influence the outcome of the federal standard by submitting feedback, raising concerns, or highlighting successful local approaches. Per OSHA’s website: NIOSH's Recommended Heat Standard The states listed below are the OSHA-approved State plans. All other states comply under the General Duty Clause for now until the new federal rule is in place.
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