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Four Ways to Cool Down Heat Illness

Filed in Safety and Health, Mining • By: Jeffrey Cook • July 10, 2023
A worker sits down on a work vehicle to cool down. They are wiping sweat off of their forehead.
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
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Beat the Heat: Tips for Agricultural Workers to Stay Safe and Healthy

Filed in Labor Rights, Worker Safety and Health, Wage and Hour Issues, Safety and Health, Wages and Benefits, Español, Special Initiatives, Migrant and temporary workers • By: Betty Campbell • June 6, 2023
Farmworkers break for water while gathering lettuce.
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.
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Top Videos of 2022

Filed in • By: Office of Public Affairs • December 13, 2022
Screengrab from the History of Labor Day video featuring diverse workers from the early 20th century
Watch some of our top videos of the year, from why unions matter to the history of Labor Day.
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