ColdVest, a Portable, Rapid Emergency Cooling
Device, Aims to Prevent Heat-Related Tragedies on Labor
Sites
Partnership Aligns with U.S. Department of
Labor Proposal Aimed at Protecting 36 Million Workers Health Risks
Related to Extreme Heat
LOS
ANGELES, July 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --
ColdVentures, a medical device company developing innovative new
technologies to combat heat-related deaths and McNeill Labor
Management ("McNeill"), a Florida-based farm labor contractor
specializing in H2A farm workers, are pleased to announce a
collaboration to boost workplace safety. McNeill has purchased
ColdVest units from ColdVentures for use across its job sites in
Indiana, demonstrating its
commitment to work safety and well-being through this significant
investment in cutting-edge heat treatment technology.
ColdVest is a first-of-its-kind, Class 1 FDA portable emergency
cooling device designed to rapidly cool a body's core temperature
in cases of heat stroke. By deploying these units at key locations,
McNeill can now provide protection from the dangers of extreme heat
with immediate, potentially life-saving intervention for workers
experiencing heat-related illness. ColdVest's patented solution is
uniquely applicable to McNeill's needs as it can provide treatment
in environments where electricity and refrigeration aren't
practical or possible.
"ColdVest is designed specifically for industries where workers
are exposed to extreme heat, providing essential cooling to help
prevent heat-related illnesses and offer lifesaving aid before
emergency medical services arrive. McNeill's commitment to
implementing innovative safety solutions alongside tried-and-true
methods will go a long way in keeping workers of all industries
safer," said Tracie Wagman, CEO of
ColdVentures. "We encourage other organizations to follow suit and
update their current protocols to improve workplace safety for
those at risk."
McNeill plans to strategically place ColdVest units across its
active work sites and will provide comprehensive training to
supervisors and safety officers on their proper use. This
initiative is part of McNeill's broader heat safety program, which
includes regular breaks, shade trailers, hydration stations, and
ongoing education on recognizing heat-related illness symptoms.
"We are dedicated to doing everything to ensure the safety and
well-being of employees at work sites nationwide. Investing in
comprehensive safety measures is not only a crucial step toward
preventing accidents and tragedies, but it also represents our
commitment to protecting the future of our workers and our
organization. By prioritizing safety, we are fostering a secure and
supportive work environment that benefits everyone involved," said
James Shannon McNeill, Owner of
McNeill Labor Management.
Earlier this month, the U.S. Department of Labor released a
proposed rule that aims to protect the 36 million workers in
both indoor and outdoor work settings from the significant health
risks of extreme heat. The proposed rule will require employers to
create a program to control heat hazards in the workplace,
including hydration, rest breaks and control of indoor heat as well
as a plan to acclimatize new and returning workers to high heat
conditions.
About ColdVentures
ColdVentures is a medical device
company developing innovative new technologies to end heat-related
deaths. The Company's proprietary ColdVest device is a patented,
Class 1 FDA medical cooling vest that lowers core body temperature
and prevents heat-related illness and death. ColdVest's mission is
to provide technology that alleviates suffering for the new
environmental normal. To learn more about ColdVentures and
ColdVest, visit coldvest.com.
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