03/16/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/16/2026 19:01
Last year, Tempe adopted heat safety standards to help protect outdoor workers on City contracts. Contractors working outdoors for extended periods must provide cool drinking water, hydration breaks and access to shaded or air-conditioned rest areas when temperatures reach 90 degrees.
Residents are also encouraged to stay heat-safe by drinking water regularly, taking breaks in the shade and avoiding strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day.