Temperatures while at work

Rejected 20 signatures

What the petition asks

My self and thousands of other workers find it unbearable to work in 30 degree heat especially in hospitality as in kitchens it can reach 45+degrees Celsius
People with certain health conditions can not work within these temperatures, I suggest as a worker that there should be guidelines

Working in temperatures of 30°C without proper cooling and ventilation is not just uncomfortable — it can seriously affect people’s health, safety, and ability to work effectively. Prolonged exposure to heat can cause dehydration, dizziness, headaches, exhaustion, and even heatstroke, especially in physically demanding jobs or enclosed spaces. High temperatures also reduce concentration and productivity, increasing the risk of mistakes and workplace accidents.

Why it was rejected

There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.

We already have petition that's just opened on setting a maximum workplace temperature, which you may wish to sign:

Create a legally enforceable maximum working temperature

Timeline

26 May 2026	Petition opened for signatures
22 Jun 2026	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 20

Status Rejected

Rejected 22 Jun 2026

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