Federal Heat ProtectionTop of Mind with Julie Rose • Season 1, Episode 1678, Segment 2
Sep 2, 2021 • 12m
As temperatures rise, so do the number of workers dying from heat exposure. Recent reports point to a lack of federal heat safety rules. Rather, the decision is left up to companies who know they’ll face minimal punishment if one of their workers dies of exposure. Jordan Barab is a workplace safety advocate. He formerly served in the leadership of the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration under President Obama. (Segment produced by Olivia Young)
