A LAWYER has revealed whether you're allowed to leave work early during a heatwave.
With the UK set to bask in 28C temperatures this week, many may be wondering if it could become too hot to work.
But, despite heatwave conditions triggering amber health alerts across the UK, it may be surprising to hear there are no laws covering maximum working temperatures.
Barrister Lynette Calder revealed the lack of rules in place stems from the variation of heat in each workplace.
Some jobs entail high temperature working, such as blast furnaces, steel and glass production.
However, the lawyer did remind Brits their employers are required to adhere to health and safety at work laws.
These include keeping the temperature at a comfortable level, according to Gov.uk, and providing clean, fresh air.
Lynette added that a reputable employer should do a risk assessment to minimise any risk to health posed by the heat.
If you have a disability, your employer may also have to make "reasonable adjustments" during a heatwave to ensure they're abiding by the Equality Act 2010.
Should they fail to do so, and you are injured as a result, employers could be hit with a personal injury dispute.
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