No federal heat standard? NYC workers are building their own safety net.

Amid a lack of national heat-safety regulations, New York City workers and advocates are organizing to establish local workplace protections against extreme temperatures.

First covered Jul 13, 2026 · 1:30 AM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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75d Grist No federal heat standard? NYC workers are building their own safety net.

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nyc.gov Mayor Mamdani Signs Executive Order Protecting Workers from Extreme Heat

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nyc.gov THE CITY OF Ne: w YOR K O FFICE O F THE MAYOR N & w YOR K, N. Y. 10007

eciks.org New York City enacts sweeping heat safety rules for outdoor workers, requiring shade, water breaks, and bathroom access on scorching days

nyc.gov Executive Order No. 17 - NYC Mayor's Office

consultils.com NYC Strengthens Focus on Workplace Heat Safety: What Employers and HR Should Do Now

documentedny.com Mayor Mamdani Announces Sweeping Workplace Heat Safety Guidelines

Appeared in: 2026-07-13 (#12)

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