2000-present: Heat-related worker injuries rise globally, outpacing safety protections, per International Labour Organization.
Heat-related injuries to workers, particularly in the Americas, have soared since 2000, according to a new study. The International Labour Organization reports that workers are increasingly exposed to extreme heat globally, outpacing current occupational safety and health protections. The agency warns that heat-related issues not only jeopardize workers' safety but also undermine economic resilience.
July 28, 2024
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