Working on a warmer planet: the effect of heat stress on productivity and decent work

The phenomenon of heat stress refers to heat received in excess of that which the body can tolerate without physiological impairment. It is one of the major consequences of global warming. In 2030, the equivalent of more than two per cent of total working hours worldwide is projected to be lost, either because it is too hot to work or because workers have to work at a slower pace. In its findings, this report shows the impact of heat stress on productivity and decent work for virtually all countries in the world. It also presents innovative solutions based on social dialogue to promote occupat ... Show more

Authors: Kjellstrom, Tord; Maitre, Nicolas; Saget, Catherine; Otto, Matthias ... [+] Show more

Published: Geneva, Switzerland, ILO, 2019

Resource type: Report, paper or authored book

Physical description: 103 p.

Access item: https://www.ilo.org/global/publications/books/WCMS_711919/lang--en/index.htm

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