What OSHA's proposed heat rule would require by ~2027 — available today, because Louisiana has no state occupational heat standard yet.
105°F heat index · 25.3°C wet-bulb · heavy workload · occupational risk: Increased
More frequent breaks, closer supervision.
Heavy work produces more metabolic heat and may require additional rest/cooling measures.
[2026-08-30T17:56:14.738Z] Elysian Fields warehouse build-out: high tier (heat index 105°F, heavy workload, occupational risk increased)
109°F heat index · 26.2°C wet-bulb · moderate workload · occupational risk: Baseline
More frequent breaks, closer supervision.
[2026-08-30T17:56:14.738Z] Freret St streetscape crew: high tier (heat index 109°F, moderate workload, occupational risk baseline)