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Health & Safety

Too hot to work? They don’t give a f* – but the law might

Too hot to work? Your rights when workplace temperatures get dangerous Working in extreme heat isn’t just uncomfortable—it can be a serious health risk. Whether you’re stuck in a kitchen, warehouse, shop floor or office during a heatwave, you’ve got legal rights. This post breaks down UK laws on workplace temperature, what “reasonable conditions” actually…

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by SURVIVING WORK 29th Jun 2025

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Your Doctor Said Rest. Your Boss Said Get In.

Your GP told you to rest. Your boss told you to show up. Only one of them had your health in mind – and it wasn’t your manager. Here’s what UK employment law really says about fit notes, sick leave, and when pressure from work crosses the line.

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by SURVIVING WORK 16th Jun 2025

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Too hot to work? They don’t give a f* – but the law might

Your Doctor Said Rest. Your Boss Said Get In.

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Honest stories, useful advice, and things you’ll actually relate to – straight from the frontlines of working life.