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AS HEAT indexes across the nation spike to 'dangerous' levels, the Trade Union Congress of the Philippines called on all workplaces on Friday, April 5, 2024, to establish their respective 'Heat Risk Action Plan.'In a statement, the
said it is imperative for all business establishments to employ policies and practices that will protect the health and well-being of workers from the scorching heat in workplaces as well as during transport.
. 'We call for social dialogues among workers and employers, through the Occupational Safety and Health Committee in every workplace, to prioritize measures that will be part and parcel of their Heat Risk Action Plan,' it added.Among the proposed measures is the provision of 'heat breaks,' especially for outdoor workers, during the hottest time of the day of 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
said there must also be 'hydration reminders' to be done regularly by reminding workers to drink adequate water even before they feel thirsty.The group also pushed for 'heat stress orientation sessions' with an aim to educate workers about identifying heat stress symptoms and appropriate responses. It also called for better ventilation in workplaces, such as opening the windows and adding electric fans, especially in manufacturing and industrial settings.
.The call was issued as the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration has been issuing bulletins identifying several parts of the country projected to have heat indexes above 40 degrees Celsius. The sweltering heat has already resulted in many schools being forced to suspend face-to-face classes.
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