Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:

OSH ACT of 1970 Section (5)(a)(1): The employer did not furnish employment and a place of employment which were free from recognized hazards that were causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm to employees in that employees were exposed to high ambient heat: a. On or about and at times prior to July 30, 2021, employees were exposed to the recognized hazard of high ambient heat from direct sunlight during the performance of their job duties, including removing invasive non-native plants. Employees were working in environmental conditions of temperatures of up to 97 degrees Fahrenheit and 48% relative humidity and a WBGT of 91.7 degrees Fahrenheit under clear skies, while wearing long sleeve shirts and pants for 8 hour shifts. Such exposures are likely to lead to the development of serious heat-related illnesses such as, but not limited to, heat cramps, heat stress, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke.