Bureau of Human Resources: State of Maine

Beginning September 8, 2025, current State employees should apply for new open positions through PRISM using the "Find Jobs" report within the system. More information on how to apply for jobs in PRISM can be found on the PRISM Learning page under "Job Aids." Please note: Employees must use a State device to access the internal PRISM Learning SharePoint page.

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9.3 Heat Stress Policy / Maintenance of Temperatures Policy

The State's policy with respect to heat stress addresses factors to be considered when measuring heat stress (primarily the ratio of heat and humidity) and emphasizes strategies to limit employee exposure to heat stress. The Heat Stress Policy may be accessed by clicking the following link:

http://inet.state.me.us/dafs/policies.htm

The State's policy with respect to the maintenance of comfortable, healthful, and economic temperature levels (heat and cold) in facilities occupied by State Employees may be accessed by clicking the following link:

Policy on the Maintenance of Temperatures in State Employee Occupied Facilities (January 13, 2004)

 

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