According to the state's Department of L&I, the emergency rules apply to workers whose jobs keep them outside, including road crews, roofers and farm workers.
“Human resource is the most important resource and you have to take care of them,” Sgarra said.
He knows the importance of hydrating on the job. Sgarra carries a water bottle with him in his back pocket and fills it with water ten times every day.
“After I’m done with my first 20 ounces of coffee, it’s 20 ounces of water all day,” Sgarra said.
Some employers told KREM 2 s Amanda Roley the new rules are common sense and already in practice.
The Water Resources division of the Spokane Conservation District employs several people who regularly work outdoors. They already train staff annually on heat safety.
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SPOKANE, Wash. Washington Governor Jay Inslee announced $4.5 million in grant funding to get kids to explore the region’s parks and outdoor areas.
The ‘No Child Left Inside’ grants aim to improve outdoor education and recreation opportunities to under-served communities across the state.
“Kids need to get outside–for their physical, mental and spiritual health,” said Peter Mayer, director from Washington State Parks. “These grants help level the playing field by providing opportunities for so many who otherwise don’t have a way to experience the outdoors. We hope the grants also will help create a positive future for these kids.”