If you have any questions or concerns about the temperature you are working in speak to your team leader or manager.
If you still have concerns after this – get in touch with your local GMB rep or contact the branch 01204 331870
Hot work, either outdoors or indoors, can certainly lead to an increase in accidents and injuries.
Some employers see this as just a seasonal irritation over which they have no control and so have little or no inclination to do anything about looking into control measures. GMB however believes that all workers have the right to work in a safe and healthy environment.
Working in excessive heat is not only uncomfortable but can be dangerous and in extreme cases fatal. Hot work, either outdoors or indoors, can certainly lead to an increase in accidents and injuries.
Check out the GMB guide below ( links to GMB website)
FEELING THE HEAT ONLINE (gmb.org.uk)
Posted: 12th August 2022