heat illness

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.

Watch some of our top videos of the year, from why unions matter to the history of Labor Day.

Our country depends on the vital service farmworkers provide in feeding America’s workforce. OSHA is committed to ensuring that these workers remain safe and healthy.

With temperatures on the rise across the country, check out these six practices to keep workers safe this summer.