Ah, August/September in Washington. The sun’s out, the coffee stands are busy, and the Nextdoor app has officially turned into a neighborhood smoke alarm: “I smell smoke.” “Is there a fire?” “Where’s it coming from?”
Spoiler: it’s probably wildfire season. Washington’s wildfire smoke rules require employers to protect workers when air quality dips into dangerous territory. That means monitoring AQI, providing respirators, adjusting work schedules, or moving work indoors when possible. It’s about keeping your people safe healthy. Please ensure you are up top speed with WA laws: https://jbconsultingsystems.com/protecting-workers-from-wildfire-smoke-new-requirements-in-washington-state/
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