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Too hot to handle the work day

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If you haven’t noticed… it is HOT today. Especially if you are spending time outside in the sun. In Washington, workers who are outside for more than 15 minutes during their shift have new workplace rights.

Ryan Allen from the Department of Labor & Industries will walk us through the rules and red tape.

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