Belinda Ramones received a call that her brother was in the hospital due to heatstroke while working for the Davey Tree Expert Co. He later died from acute kidney failure caused by heatstroke. This incident highlights the need for national regulations to prevent heat-related illnesses and deaths in the workplace. President Joe Biden has proposed rules to protect workers exposed to extreme heat, but their implementation may be delayed if Vice President Kamala Harris does not win the presidency. Critics argue that these regulations are unnecessary, but studies show that they can save money and prevent tragic deaths at work.
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How a Proposed Federal Heat Rule Might Have Saved These Workers’ Lives
