Severe Weather Operations: Heat
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City Thresholds and Action Items
Heat Index* |
Heat Index + 10
(tasked with high exertion activities**) |
Action Taken
(Actions continue and build on each other for escalating Heat Indices) |
100+ |
95 |
|
90 |
85 |
|
80 |
80 |
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*When the Heat Index reaches this level the City will comply with the standards for Heat Safety set forth by OR-OSHA
** high exertion activities include but are not limited to paving, climbing, carrying loads over 40 pounds, indoor areas whose heat exceeds outdoor temperatures, and strenuous manual labor which may require heat trapping PPE and/or impermeable protective clothing. *** Essential functions are defined by bureau operations and include but are not limited to work required to protect life and property. |