CLF Comment on OSHA’s Heat Injury and Illness Prevention Standard

This comment letter recommends OSHA finalize and implement its federal Heat Injury and Illness Prevention Standard to protect workers in both outdoor and indoor settings. It notes the heightened risks faced by agricultural workers, who are 35 times more likely to die from heat-related illnesses compared to other sectors. The letter highlights the need for protections including access to water, shade, rest breaks, and multilingual education. It also underscores the moral and practical importance of protecting the health and safety of workers who produce our food.