The end of water break ordinances in Dallas and other cities will have a sizable impact on Latino workers, who make up the majority of outdoor workers. A...
make them among the most at risk for heat-related illnesses — creating an intersection of work and health that demands us to extend support to those who build and cultivate amid such conditions.Everyday affordability struggles within the Latino community become exacerbated by the heat and their productivity takes a hit. It contributes to another paradoxical reality. Low-income households have to work harder in the extreme heat to afford cooling from said heat.
One might think employers will provide water breaks anyway; however, in 2014, the Workers Defense Project presented the need for a rest break ordinance for construction workers to the Dallas City Council.
Indonesia Berita Terbaru, Indonesia Berita utama
Similar News:Anda juga dapat membaca berita serupa dengan ini yang kami kumpulkan dari sumber berita lain.
New Texas law meant to help building permit backlog set up for failure, Dallas councilman saysHouse Bill 14 is a new state law that gives cities deadlines to approve or deny residential or commercial building permits. A Dallas city council member is concerned the new law could have unintended consequences.
Baca lebih lajut »
Quarter of Texas businesses say heat wave has hurt themTexas' scorching temperatures this year are negatively impacting nearly a quarter of Texas businesses.
Baca lebih lajut »
Ken Paxton impeachment: Texas Senate begins trial of suspended Texas Attorney GeneralWATCH: Texas Senate begins impeachment trial of suspended Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.
Baca lebih lajut »
Blue Beetle Concept Artist Acknowledge The Importance Of Latino Voices In DC MovieThe importance of Latino voices on Blue Beetle.
Baca lebih lajut »
Latino restaurant association calls on James Beard Foundation to add more Latinos to board“We’re demanding the respect that we deserve for really being the backbone of the restaurant industry in this country.'
Baca lebih lajut »
Dallas hosts New York after Stewart's 26-point outingNew York visits the Dallas Wings after Breanna Stewart scored 26 points in the Liberty's 86-69 victory over the Chicago Sky.
Baca lebih lajut »