The U.S. has no national heat standard for its workers.

The highest heat-related death rate is in the agricultural sector. The highest death rate from heat is among construction workers. Juley Fulcher.

According to Public Citizen's "Boiling Point" report , Environmental heat may be 'likely to blame' for up to 170,000 work-related injuries each year and as many as 2,000 worker deaths.

A plan for acclimatization that allows workers to adapt to heat and prevents heat-related deaths would be a good idea. Training, water, rest and cool places would all help.

What workers can do now

Heat can affect workers differently depending on their individual health. It is important to be aware of what over-the counter or recreational drugs may contribute to heat illness.

What workers can do now

Workers can speak to their bosses to discuss the simple things they could do at work to improve productivity. This could include providing more water, shade and breaks so that workers are not fatigued and overheated.

What workers can do now

Although unions can negotiate for safe conditions, many workers who are affected by heat stress like migrant farmers are not usually unionized Fulcher stated.

What workers can do now

Fulcher stated that there are many things you can do to make your body more resilient to heat illness, regardless of what your boss does.