28 June 2018
ACAS has issued some top tips to ensure employees manage workplace challenges during the spell of hot weather. Much of it is common sense but it is worth considering and updating your policy during this heatwave. The tips include:
- workplace temperatures should be reasonable (with the Health & Safety Executive offering advice see here)
- ensure staff are kept cool using fans and air conditioners
- provide staff with suitable drinking water in the workplace
- consider an appropriate dress code bearing in mind discrimination law
- bear in mind vulnerable workers who may be more adversely affected by the hot weather, including the elderly, pregnant women or those on medication
As ever your BTO employment lawyers can help.
Check out the guidance here.
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