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Equity is pleased to announce the launch of Staying Safe: A Guide to Handling Hot Temperatures in the Workplace, providing artists with tips for preventing, recognizing, and addressing heat-related dangers in the workplace. Created by Equity’s Physical Health & Safety Task Force (PHS), the Guide is the first in a planned series about Staying Safe in the Workplace.
“Let’s face it – it’s hot out there. And it’s only going to get hotter. More and more members are facing the challenge of working in spaces where heat stroke, heat exhaustion, and other related illnesses are legitimate concerns,” said Task Force Co-Chair, Tim Machin. “Hopefully, this guide will help artists be aware of their environment and feel empowered to ask for support in keeping everyone safe.”
To coincide with the Guide’s launch, Equity has created an anonymous feedback form for members to share any heat-related stories about safety concerns in the workplace. The more we know about the challenges our members face, the more we can do to address them. Click here to share your workplace heat safety feedback.
Equity members on the PHS Task Force and staff collaborated to create this guide. It’s based on experiences we’ve all had. Let us know if you find it helpful – or if we’ve missed anything. We appreciate and welcome corrections and additions. As our industry keeps changing, we will keep updating. You can let us know your thoughts by emailing communications@caea.com.
We want this guide to be for all of us – by all of us.