Nevada sets workplace rules for wildfire smoke exposure

State regulators must set rules for covered employers to monitor air quality and reduce workers’ exposure to wildfire smoke. The rules concern employees exposed to poor air quality from wildfire smoke at work. The rules must address air quality index levels of 150 to under 200 and 200 or higher, and set a smoke level at which employers must stop outdoor critical tasks. The requirements do not apply to mine operators, employers of commercial truck drivers, emergency services providers, or employers with 10 or fewer employees. The section took effect on January 1, 2026, for these requirements; regulators could begin preparatory work upon approval.

Covered employers must set up a system to warn workers about smoke exposure and let them report exposure and symptoms. Warnings apply when a worker is exposed to an air quality index of 150 or more during a shift; workers may report such exposure in the workplace. Warnings must be understandable to the worker and explain available protections. Workers must be able to report workplace exposure at an air quality index of 150 or more and any related symptoms. The requirement does not apply to mine operators, employers of commercial truck drivers, emergency services providers, or employers with 10 or fewer employees. The section took effect on January 1, 2026, for this requirement; regulators could begin preparatory work upon approval.

State regulators must set standards for training outdoor employees who may face wildfire smoke. The standards concern employers training outdoor employees who may be exposed to poor air quality from wildfire smoke. Training must be understandable to employees and explain employer requirements and the risks of working in smoke without protective equipment. The requirement does not apply to mine operators, employers of commercial truck drivers, emergency services providers, or employers with 10 or fewer employees. The section took effect on January 1, 2026, for this requirement; regulators could begin preparatory work upon approval.