PA SB1204

Requires the Secretary of Labor and Industry to promulgate workplace heat protection regulations within one year, defining "high-heat condition" as a heat index at or above 80°F, with additional protocols triggered at 90°F

Mandates employers develop heat-related injury/illness prevention plans including heat index monitoring, free potable water, paid rest breaks, access to shade or climate-controlled areas, acclimatization procedures for new workers, and emergency response protocols

Requires annual paid training for employees and supervisors on heat hazard identification, symptoms of heat illness, emergency procedures, and worker rights, with repeat training within one month of any workplace heat-related death or serious injury

Establishes penalties including $1,000/day for noncompliance (increasing to $15,000/day after 10 days), up to $160,500 for willful violations, and criminal misdemeanor charges with fines up to $100,000 and six months imprisonment for violations causing death

Creates the Heat Protection Enforcement Fund in the State Treasury, funded by collected fines and penalties, to support Department investigations and enforcement activities