Lack of water poses health hazards to employees.(You Be the Judge)

Publication: Safety Now

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A situation concerning migrant farm workers can offer an important lesson to all employers who have employees who work in hot, isolated areas. The farm workers were picking vegetables in Florida on days that exceeded 80 degrees. Under 29 C.F.R. 1928.110(c)(1)(i), an employer is required to provide potable water...

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