Workplace Health and Safety

As we have already discussed it is the employer’s responsibility to provide a safe working environment: however employees must also ensure they play their part in keeping the workplace safe.

Employers must ensure that:

  • A suitable working temperature is provided (The minimum temperature permitted in an office environment is 6*C – there is currently no maximum specified).
  • That there is adequate ventilation (this can be natural or forced via extraction fans for example).
  • There should be appropriate welfare facilities provided:
    such as; toilets, washing facilities and drinking water.
  • Lighting in the workplace should be suitable to allow
    employees to carry out their work activities in a safe manner.
  • Cleanliness is important, the workplace should be cleaned at least weekly. It is also important that you ensure your workstation is kept tidy.