Work futurists talk about work-from-home vs. return-to-office as if it's THE hot topic arising from climate change. Those who work outdoors may beg to differ.
What a well researched and thoughtful post, Bob. I remember several years ago that the wine growers here in WA and CA had no qualms about their vine workers showing up in the choking smoke when the rest of us were advised to stay indoors. Same for the nation's largest raspberry industry in WA when the fires from Canada hid the sun. "This is the plan, if you disagree speak up." Perfect
Thanks, Barbara. I learned a lot researching the article. And the timing was apt, as the governor of Texas last week — just as temperatures there were about to reach all-time highs — nullified rules that require water breaks for construction breaks.
What a well researched and thoughtful post, Bob. I remember several years ago that the wine growers here in WA and CA had no qualms about their vine workers showing up in the choking smoke when the rest of us were advised to stay indoors. Same for the nation's largest raspberry industry in WA when the fires from Canada hid the sun. "This is the plan, if you disagree speak up." Perfect
Thanks, Barbara. I learned a lot researching the article. And the timing was apt, as the governor of Texas last week — just as temperatures there were about to reach all-time highs — nullified rules that require water breaks for construction breaks.
I saw that sad bit of news too. In western WA, another issue is the few portable bathroom stations available and usually very far from the worksite.