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 outdoor heat exposure safety program approved by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and the Department of Health.

Employers are required to provide annual training on heat illness, ensure access to cool drinking water, and maintain shaded areas for employees when the outdoor heat index reaches certain thresholds. The bill specifies the responsibilities of employers and employees, including the need for recovery periods and first-aid measures in case of heat illness. Additionally, the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, in conjunction with the Department of Health, is tasked with adopting rules to implement the provisions of this section. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.