AN ACT CONCERNING EMPLOYEE EXPOSURE TO THE RISK OF HEAT ILLNESS.

SB 1034 establishes new safety standards for both indoor and outdoor workplaces to prevent employee heat illness. It directly affects all workers exposed to heat risks, including those in construction, agriculture, and other outdoor or high-heat environments. The bill requires employers to implement specific protective measures, such as access to water and scheduled rest breaks in cooler areas, to reduce heat exposure. These standards apply across all covered workplaces under Connecticut's labor regulations. The law aims to protect workers from heat-related health risks through mandatory preventive practices.