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EU sees 42% increase in heat-related deaths at work since 2000

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The European Trade Union Confederation is calling for common rules to protect workers' health during heatwaves.

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  • European Trade Union Confederation raises alarm over workplace heatwave deaths.
  • Spain and France have reported recent heatwave-related workplace fatalities. 13s
  • EU has seen a 42% increase in heat-related workplace deaths since 2000. 30s
  • Risk of workplace accidents rises significantly as temperatures exceed 30°C and 38°C. 40s
  • Trade unions call for EU-wide rules and maximum working temperatures to protect workers. 1m 23s
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