The working environment and frequency and severity of climate events have changed, and will continue to evolve for the foreseeable future. Jobs that traditionally did not pose a heat exposure risk, now need to be reconsidered. Critical weather events that may seem random, actually follow somewhat predictable patterns that can be tracked and planned for. Tropical diseases now pose a threat to the southern U.S.
Responsible employers recognize the need and opportunity to respond to the progressive and potential health effects of a warming planet. NBS Healthcare Group can help. By identifying at-risk operations and cohorts, we can offer solutions that meet both safety needs and resource availability. Contact us to hear more and to request a copy of our monograph, “Working on a Warming Planet”.