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1.  Conduct regular risk assessments: Incorporate climate-specific hazards and factor in rising
                       temperatures, extreme weather events and changing air quality. Identify vulnerable workforce
                       profiles and locations most at risk from climate impacts.
                   2.  Prioritise worker health and safety: Integrate climate considerations into existing health and
                       safety programmes. Promote heat stress awareness and prevention measures like hydration
                       protocols and rest breaks.
                   3.  Provide  mental  health and wellbeing support:  Develop resources and training to help
                       employees cope with the psychological impact of extreme weather events or environmental
                       disasters. Offer access to mental health professionals to address potential anxiety or stress
                       related to climate events.
                   4.  Climate-ready training programmes: Equip the workforce with knowledge and skills to work
                       safely in a changing environment. Provide training on emergency preparedness and safe work
                       practices during extreme weather events like floods or wildfires.
                   5.  Robust incident response protocols: Develop clear and well-communicated protocols for
                       responding to  heat-related illnesses, accidents during extreme weather, and other climate-
                       related incidents. Implement a system for continuous improvement by reviewing incidents and
                       updating protocols as needed.

                                                         ENDS

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