Extreme Heat Clause Samples

Extreme Heat. If conditions of extreme heat develop during duty hours, the following actions will be taken: a. The Employer will determine and announce through channels appropriate heat index warnings. Category III and IV heat index warnings will be immediately acted upon by the Employer by issuing the warning and directing appropriate relief for Employees. b. Heat index warnings will be as follows: (1) Category III Work as usual, but with caution. (2) Category IV Outside work - only essential outdoor work, as identified by the Employer, should be performed. The Employer will provide Employees engaged in essential outdoor work appropriate rest periods, every hour, to prevent heat related injuries. Employees who normally perform outside work but whose duties do not fall in the essential outside work category will be assigned to other work for the remainder of the time Category IV is in effect. c. Inside Work - The Employer will provide appropriate relief to Employees who are working indoors where inside temperatures may rise to an unreasonable temperature. Appropriate relief will be given to Employees, as the situation merits including temporary relocation to an area where the condition does not exist.

Extreme Heat. It shall not be a violation of the City’s Public Disturbance Noise code, Chapter 9.36 SMC, for the Contractor to implement early collection for Single-family customers starting at 6:00 a.m. on any day when Accuweather forecasts temperatures to reach ninety degrees (90⁰) Fahrenheit or higher in the City’s downtown area, so long as the Contractor notifies the City and Customers at least 18 hours in advance of its early collection plans. Notification is required for each day early collection is implemented and shall include automated Customer calls and website messaging. The Contractor shall make good faith efforts to provide a return trip within one (1) business day, including Saturdays, at no-cost to any Customer who may be missed due to the early collection; provided, however, that a make-up collection that does not occur within one (1) business day shall not be subject to performance fees.

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. 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.

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.