OSHA Guidelines for Air Conditioner Use in the Workplace

OSHA requirements for workplace air conditioning:

• Temperature: Maintain comfortable level, generally 68–76°F. Higher temps allowed for strenuous work or hot environments.
• Humidity: Maintain comfortable level, generally 20–50%. Higher humidity allowed for strenuous work or humid environments.
• Maintenance & Operation: Keep filters clean; ensure unit unobstructed.
• Employee Training: Train on safe use: temperature/humidity controls, filter cleaning, accident prevention.

Employers may have additional policies; employees should follow both OSHA and company guidelines.