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Preventing Heat Illness in Agricultural Settings
Though heat exposure occurs across industries, farmworkers are particularly vulnerable and more likely to die from heat-related stress. This resource examines state heat illness prevention rules that attempt to address the conditions that put farmworkers at risk.
Topic: Farmworkers Audience: Community Organizations, Farmworkers, Policymakers, ResearchersFarmworker Health Policy Database
This database includes state laws and regulations related to pesticide and heat exposure across the country.
Topic: Business Practices Audience: Farmworkers, GrowersEmployment Law FAQ for Vermont Farmers and Farm Workers Related to COVID-19
This guide provides clarification for Vermont farmers and farmworkers on some of the most pressing questions raised by the COVID-19 pandemic, including paid sick leave, sick leave exemptions for small businesses, and unemployment insurance and compensation.
Topic: Farmworkers Audience: FarmworkersDerechos de Vivienda y Empleo para Trabajadores Lecheros de Vermont
Este manual ofrece información general sobre la vivienda y los derechos laborales de los trabajadores lecheros bajo la ley federal y la ley del estado de Vermont.
Topic: Farmworkers Audience: FarmworkersHousing and Employment Rights for Vermont Dairy Workers
This resource empowers farmworkers to understand and exercise their legal rights and protections related to housing and employment to help prevent exploitation and achieve access to justice in the state of Vermont.