Heat Waves in Phoenix: Understanding the Challenges for Farmworkers
Heat Waves and Their Impact on Farmworkers
In Phoenix, AZ, summer heat can reach staggering levels, placing farmworkers at significant risk. Without legal protections, these workers are left to rely on employers to ensure their safety while working under extreme temperatures.
Health Risks Associated with Extreme Heat
- Heat exhaustion
- Heat stroke
- Dehydration
To mitigate these risks, it's essential for employers to implement effective strategies to protect workers' health, yet many farms and ranches struggle to meet basic safety standards.
Advocating for Change
Advocacy groups urge for stronger regulations and accountability among agricultural employers. Workers remain resilient, but the need for systemic change to safeguard health and well-being in agriculture is critical.
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