Location of Break Areas
Indoor break areas should include:
- Air-Conditioned: Indoor break areas should be air-conditioned to provide a consistently cool environment where employees can recover from heat exposure.
60-Second Message on Heat Illness Prevention - OSHA
- Increased Air Movement: If air conditioning is not available, break areas should have fans or other means to increase air movement and, if appropriate, dehumidification.
- Comfortable Seating: Like outdoor break areas, indoor break areas should also have comfortable seating arrangements to ensure that employees can relax and rejuvenate themselves during their breaks.
- Proper Ventilation: Adequate ventilation in indoor break areas is essential to maintain airflow, reduce humidity, and ensure a comfortable resting environment.
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