Unions across Europe are calling on governments to introduce legislation to safeguard workers from rising temperatures, after western Europe recorded its hottest June on record.

Unions across Europe are calling on governments to introduce legislation to safeguard workers from rising temperatures, after western Europe recorded its hottest June on record.

  • frongt@lemmy.zip
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    9 days ago

    Huh, that seems a hair low…

    and 32.5C [90.5°F] for low-intensity jobs

    The union said employers should take steps to cool down workplaces once temperatures exceed 24C [75.2°F], with workers able to stop working if temperatures reach 30C [86°F], or 27C [80.6°F] for those doing manual labour or working outdoors.

    Ah yep, this seems well thought out. I would pass it as-is. Though WBGT would be even better since it takes into account direct sunlight, wind, and humidity.