Even when you aren't directly experiencing this summer's heat, you are probably reading or hearing about it. Historically high temperatures continue to scorch the country from coast to coast, and there are no signs that this heat wave will abate any time soon. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 436 people have died due to workplace heat exposure since 2011. In the same time period, there were an additional 2,700 cases of heat-related illnesses among workers. Now — quite literally more than ever — it is critical for employers to take steps to ensure their workers are protected from extreme heat. Continue reading >