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Baggage handlers and plane cleaners at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport said they were exposed to extreme heat and called for an investigation into their employers, Prospect Airport Services.
More than a dozen workers have written to the Arizona Department of Occupational Safety and Health, saying temperatures rise to dangerous levels, even on night shifts, while cleaners work on planes without air conditioning. complained.
“Because these aircraft are parked on the tarmac and powered off, they continue to radiate heat after dark, warming the non-circulating air on board,” the letter said.
They urged authorities to conduct checks on employers. CNN reached out to Prospect for comment.
The Arizona Department of Occupational Safety and Health acknowledged the complaint in a short statement to CNN.
“We received a letter and an investigation is underway,” spokesman Trevor Lakey said. “It is an open file and cannot comment further.”
The letter also said the break room was hot and had limited access to water.
“We were told clearly that we could not bring water on the plane. We could be on the plane for 30 minutes, but we are rushing back to back to each other, so it can be a long journey.” No breaks. time is long,” said one employee. Say.
State Complaints Experienced extreme heat It comes after years of complaints from flight attendants and other workers calling for more control on planes in the hot sun all summer long.
