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Labor Rights Week is about educating workers throughout the U.S. on their rights to a safe and healthful workplace and the full payment of wages – no matter where they’re from.

July is Extreme Heat Awareness Month. One of the biggest hazards at this time of year is overheating. Outdoor and indoor heat exposure may cause heat-related illnesses and can lead to preventable fatalities.

When it comes to heat, workers have rights and protections. Here are some of the key protections you should know about to stay cool on the job.

Dozens of workers lose their lives each year from heat-related illnesses in indoor and outdoor workplaces, and thousands more are sickened. Here's what we're doing about it.