N.C. Department of Labor launches ‘Beat the Heat’ campaign to promote summer safety
RALEIGH, NC (WWAY) — The summer heat is here. Labor Commissioner Luke Farley and the N.C. Department of Labor are reminding employers and workers alike to take simple, effective steps to prevent heat-related illnesses on the job.
“Heat illness is preventable,” said Commissioner Farley. “Whether you’re in the field, on a construction site, or working outdoors in any capacity, the keys to staying safe are simple: rest, water, and shade. Safety is a shared responsibility, and by working together, we can make sure everyone goes home safe and healthy at the end of the day.”
The Department’s “Beat the Heat” campaign is a renewed push to prevent heat illness – offering practical tools and best practices designed to help both employers and employees end heat stress and heat-related injuries. These include:
- A heat safety calculator
- A real-time heat index app
- Hazard alerts and training videos
- Agriculture-specific safety resources, including podcasts and sample safety programs
These resources are available on NCDOL’s Heat Injury and Illness Prevention page, accessible directly at: Heat Injury and Illness Prevention | NC DOL
