the temperature they keep the workspace? It is 36 degrees outside and there is no heat in here. We are all in our coats and gloves. The bad thing is I work in a dealership and we have customers in here all the time. I guess they just gave up on heating the place due to the many doors being opened and closed all the time. Are there any standards in place regarding temperature controls?
2006-10-24 04:54:22 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
What a great question...I don't think there are any, although in my state there is a regulation stating that the workplace must be kept "in a condition that protects the health and safety of the worker." If people are getting sick, you would have a good case to bring to the boss - sick days cost employers money. When the place is kept too cold, resistance to viruses is decreased and he/she is going to have a very tough flu season when everyone starts calling in sick! If you approach the boss with these words, appealing to the bottom line and what will impact his/her finances, you may have the best success.
2006-10-24 04:58:37 · answer #1 · answered by LisaT 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are rules about workplace temperature where I live (Ontario), but the bottom limit for indoor temperature is 15 degree Celsius = 59 degree Fahrenheit - which is pretty cold for indoors. Check with your local labour enforcement body.
Ask your superiors if you can bring in a small heater to put under your desk - it will at least keep your area warm. A $30 heater could change your whole perspective, which would be a worthwhile investment.
2006-10-24 12:02:32 · answer #2 · answered by ms_know_it_all 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Im not sure about the specific problem you have but I know that there is somewhat of a law that pertains to working conditions. Check with your local labor department or OSHA for rules regarding or similar to this condition.
2006-10-24 12:10:37 · answer #3 · answered by Jon 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would think there were, something about working in unreasonable conditions. You may want to look into the Safety and Hazard standards at your state employment agency, to see what they say about it.
2006-10-24 12:33:58 · answer #4 · answered by pupcake 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i don't believe so. But check with your local labor and employement board to find regulations on that issue.
2006-10-24 11:57:57 · answer #5 · answered by csabrinam 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
check with your OSHA rep. every office is supposed to have one I thought.
2006-10-24 13:14:22 · answer #6 · answered by oldsoftee2001 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋