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Employers are being reminded about their health and safety responsibilities to staff as the UK swelters in an extreme hot spell. The whole country is set to feel the heat over the next couple of days.
Comfort said: “In the UK, there are no laws defining when it’s too hot to work or maximum working temperatures. However, health and safety rules state that employers should provide a reasonable temperature in the workplace. Staff who feel they are not working in a comfortable environment should speak to their bosses.
“Working hours could also be temporarily changed, depending on the nature of the business, allowing staff to start work earlier or later in the day so they can avoid working or commuting during the hottest times. If you are an employer who currently has staff working from home, their work environment should also be re-assessed to ensure they are safe.
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