Washington state begins rulemaking on indoor heat exposure
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Washington State Department of Labor & Industries has initiated rulemaking to establish indoor heat exposure standards across all industries following a petition received in October 2025. The new rules aim to prevent heat-related illness and injuries in workplaces including construction.
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Tumwater, WA — In response to a petition for rulemaking on indoor heat exposure and illness prevention in all industries, the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries has filed a preproposal statement of inquiry. The petition, received by Washington L&I in October 2025, requested…
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