The proposed bill establishes a new section, 448.112, in the Florida Statutes focused on heat illness prevention for employees working outdoors. It outlines the legislative intent to educate employers and employees about preventing heat-related illnesses and deaths. The bill applies to employers in industries where outdoor work is common, such as agriculture, construction, and landscaping, while exempting those who work outdoors for less than 15 minutes per hour. It defines key terms related to heat illness, acclimatization, and environmental risk factors, and mandates that employers implement an approved outdoor heat exposure safety program that includes training for supervisors and employees on recognizing and responding to heat illness.

Additionally, the bill specifies the responsibilities of employers, including providing access to cool drinking water, shade, and recovery periods during high-heat conditions. It requires annual training on heat illness for all employees and supervisors, covering topics such as risk factors, acclimatization, and emergency procedures. The Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, in collaboration with the Department of Health, is tasked with adopting rules to implement these provisions, including the establishment of training programs and compliance certification. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.