Extreme weather events such as extreme heat, flooding, tornados, wildfires and air pollution pose significant threats to employees across the country. Affecting more people each year, these events can create conditions that are harmful to physical, mental and financial health and even lead to loss of life. Most employers have emergency response plans and policies to address disasters. But as extreme weather events occur more often — and in unexpected locations — these plans may need to be reviewed and expanded to ensure an organization is properly prepared to protect its workforce and remain resilient in the years ahead.

The Climate and Worker Health Scorecard helps employers assess their current ability to mitigate health risks stemming from extreme weather — and discover opportunities to do more. It’s a valuable educational tool, providing a comprehensive check-list of actions employers can take in four areas:

• Disasters
• Extreme heat
• Air quality
• Mental health

Bringing together representatives of different departments – for example, risk, safety, wellness and benefits — to work through the Scorecard can be an enlightening exercise. After submitting the online Scorecard, your organization’s score is instantly calculated and a report is sent to the email address you provide.