Workers in Erie are taking extra precautions to stay safe as temperatures rise, with landscaping and roofing crews adjusting their schedules and using protective gear to beat the heat.
As the weather heats up, local businesses like JC Orengia Landscaping and Angelo’s Roofing are implementing safety measures to protect their workers from the risks of heat exhaustion. These measures include altering work schedules, ensuring the availability of sunscreen and water, and advising workers on appropriate clothing.
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“I try to get them in early, give them the option if it gets too hot in the middle of the day, maybe take a break and come back to work in the evening,” said Joe Orengia, owner of JC Orengia Landscaping. “Make sure they have sunscreen and water.”
Caleb Cossick, a worker at JC Orengia Landscaping, noted the challenges of working in the heat, saying, “The heat makes you tired, it makes you sweaty and sticky and just overall gross, so I have been drinking lots of water.”…