Extreme Heat. If conditions of extreme heat develop during duty hours, the following actions will be taken:
Extreme Heat. A new pilot heatwave service was introduced for Australia for the 2013/14 season. The service is produced centrally and consists of a national map of heatwave threat. This service was maintained into the current 14/15 season Standard Service
Extreme Heat. During the summer months the employer and the union will jointly ask the district to discuss providing air conditioned areas for employees to utilize during rest and break periods. In addition the employer will furnish fans, allow access to air-conditioned areas for breaks and rest periods where available and access to cold water. If at any time an employee is concerned for their personal safety, the employee should immediately stop work and notify a lead. Employees will be allowed at least an extra five (5) minute break. Employees must notify their supervisor of any continuing health concerns so that appropriate action can be taken. (i.e. nurse line) Ventilation: Employer will work with employees to provide ventilation to remove harsh chemicals, fumes from paint, major maintenance, diluted and humid air and other chemicals that are present. If an employee feels as though they are exposed to any of the above conditions, employees can contact supervisors to correct the conditions, arrange to move to a different part of the building and or provide fans or other methods of creating properly ventilated work areas.
Extreme Heat. The hazards of working in extreme heat are also recognized by the WVNG and the ACTWV. It is acknowledged that it is the responsibility of the WVNG to ensure that adequate supplies of potable water are available for drinking, however, it is the responsibility of the employee to stay hydrated. Appropriate hot weather protective equipment will be utilized. It is the responsibility of the employee to ensure adequate protective measures are followed. Work/rest cycles will be followed during extreme heat conditions, +90 (F) and above.
Extreme Heat. During the summer months the Employer and the Union will jointly ask the district to discuss providing air conditioned areas for employees to utilize during rest and break periods. In addition, the employer will furnish fans, allow access to air-conditioned areas for breaks and rest periods where available and access to cold water. Should the temperature in the worksite exceed 84 degrees Fahrenheit (indoor temperature), the Employer and the Union will meet and discuss arrangements to ensure safe working conditions, including, but not limited to, the possibility of adjusting work schedules or temporary assignment to cooler areas, providing additional personal cooling items, and to allow additional break periods. If at any time an employee is concerned for their personal safety, the employee should immediately stop work and discuss the concern with their supervisor or manager. The Employer will ensure the employee is in a safe environment. Employees will be allowed at least an extra five (5) minute break. Employees must notify their supervisor of any continuing health concerns so that appropriate action can be taken (i.e. nurse line).
Extreme Heat. The Agency and the Union mutually recognize the hazards of working in extremely hot temperatures, while at the same time acknowledge the necessity for accomplishing certain tasks to varying degree even in the most extreme temperatures. Heat index notification will be by the Bio-environmental Office.
