Organization of work in the heat

High indoor temperatures can seriously affect workers’ health and work efficiency. According to the requirements of Article 212 of the Labor Code of the Russian Federation and SanPiN 1.2.3685-21, the employer is obliged to ensure safe working conditions, including in hot weather.

Ventilation and air conditioning systems should be used to reduce the heat load in the premises, limit the use of heat—generating equipment, and provide for the organization of a drinking regime – at least 150-200 ml of water every 20-30 minutes. It is recommended to reduce the duration of continuous work, introduce additional breaks and shift working hours to a cooler time of day.

If the air temperature exceeds the permissible standards (for example, 28.5 ° C for light work), the employer is obliged to take measures to reduce the temperature or change the working hours. Failure to comply with these requirements can lead to deterioration of staff well-being, heat stroke and administrative responsibility for the organization.

If the employer does not take any measures to improve the microclimate in the workplace, the employee can complain to the labor inspectorate. The law provides for quite serious sanctions for violations of sanitary rules and labor legislation (Part 1 of Article 6.3 of the Administrative Code).