The heat.

[borders]

What's the deal with being expected to complete a full delivery while third trimester pregnant in a heatwave when it's 28/29 degrees outside and god's only knows how hot inside the van with no Aircon and no breeze?

How are we expected to do this? What should be happening?
Without going sick and being forced onto maternity leave early?

Important advice for CWU Members with underlying health conditions and
pregnant colleagues:
Individual members who have pre-existing and underlying health conditions, who take
medication, and colleagues who are pregnant face an increased risk when working in
extreme heat. It is therefore advisable that these members approach their relevant
manager to discuss any concerns they currently have. These discussions should
cover any current concerns and what individual support or duty adjustments might be
needed in the event of a MET Office weather ‘Amber Warning’ (or higher warning) for
heat.
Discussion on needed duty adjustments must be made with the individual’s agreement
and be confidential. Additionally, any agreed adjustment should be recorded on the
Severe Weather Duty Adjustments Form.
For members who require these measures, it is vitally important that they also seek
CWU support and assistance.

[qwerty2]

What's the deal with being expected to complete a full delivery while third trimester pregnant in a heatwave when it's 28/29 degrees outside and god's only knows how hot inside the van with no Aircon and no breeze?

How are we expected to do this? What should be happening?
Without going sick and being forced onto maternity leave early?

Important advice for CWU Members with underlying health conditions and
pregnant colleagues:
Individual members who have pre-existing and underlying health conditions, who take
medication, and colleagues who are pregnant face an increased risk when working in
extreme heat. It is therefore advisable that these members approach their relevant
manager to discuss any concerns they currently have. These discussions should
cover any current concerns and what individual support or duty adjustments might be
needed in the event of a MET Office weather ‘Amber Warning’ (or higher warning) for
heat.
Discussion on needed duty adjustments must be made with the individual’s agreement
and be confidential. Additionally, any agreed adjustment should be recorded on the
Severe Weather Duty Adjustments Form.
For members who require these measures, it is vitally important that they also seek
CWU support and assistance.

So people who aren’t in the union can just drop dead

[borders]

You really posted that ? .....

[qwerty2]

You really posted that ? .....

I mean they don't care about anyone if your not in the union!!!!!!

[borders]

Take your head for a wobble ......

[SkiSunday]

Take your head for a wobble ......

Why? Because you get paid more than £12 and a half quid an hour?

[borders]

Take your head for a wobble ......

Why? Because you get paid more than £12 and a half quid an hour?

What the hell are you talking about you spanner ? If you have serious problems with the heat, whatever it might be , have a
the conversation with a Manager . In those circumstances , it matters not one iota if you are in the Union or not ....

Royal Mail has a legal duty of care to all its employees, regardless of union membership. This duty stems from general employment law and health and safety regulations, not from union agreements.

What Duty of Care Means in Practice Royal Mail must take reasonable steps to:

Ensure a safe working environment (e.g. PPE, vehicle checks, dog bite protocols)

Minimise risks through training, supervision, and proper equipment

Respond appropriately to health concerns, including mental health and stress

Avoid discrimination or unfair treatment, whether someone is in the CWU or not

[SkiSunday]

Take your head for a wobble ......

Why? Because you get paid more than £12 and a half quid an hour?

What the hell are you talking about you spanner ? If you have serious problems with the heat, whatever it might be , have a
the conversation with a Manager . In those circumstances , it matters not one iota if you are in the Union or not ....

Royal Mail has a legal duty of care to all its employees, regardless of union membership. This duty stems from general employment law and health and safety regulations, not from union agreements.

What Duty of Care Means in Practice Royal Mail must take reasonable steps to:

Ensure a safe working environment (e.g. PPE, vehicle checks, dog bite protocols)

Minimise risks through training, supervision, and proper equipment

Respond appropriately to health concerns, including mental health and stress

Avoid discrimination or unfair treatment, whether someone is in the CWU or not

Lol okay then.

[borders]

So you agree then ? or is that a reply from a 7 year old ?

[SkiSunday]

So you agree then ? or is that a reply from a 7 year old ?

I agree that you must have very good union reps at your DO. Lucky

[borders]

Did you actually read any of those posts ? Let me spell it out again for you very slowly ............
Royal Mail has a legal duty of care to all its employees, regardless of union membership. This duty stems from general employment law and health and safety regulations, not from union agreements.
Can you read that and understand it ? or you really are 7 years old ?

[LouBarlow]

Did you actually read any of those posts ? Let me spell it out again for you very slowly ............
Royal Mail has a legal duty of care to all its employees, regardless of union membership. This duty stems from general employment law and health and safety regulations, not from union agreements.
Can you read that and understand it ? or you really are 7 years old ?

Just ignore him. He is only here to troll and get a response. He is so desperate for attention that he has had at least 4 accounts on here after the previous three were banned.

See here

viewtopic.php?f=84&t=113989#top

[nuit]

They should have a duty of care but they do nothing. Just expect you to take it all and do what you can.
It's disgusting and dangerous where it could literally cause a death down the line. They think if you survive the day then it's all fine and you're being a knob. But who knows what hidden damage it's causing.
I'll just have to dynamically risk assess myself. Since the risk assessment is a waste of time. Though I will push to have it ammended but I doubt anything will change.

[borders]

Thanks Lou , i will ignore him in the future .

[borders]

Nuit , Go to this page https://ukhsa-dashboard.data.gov.uk/wea ... ?type=heat
If you work in the Yellow Area , raise your Concerns with your Manager regarding your condition and also speak to your Union Rep . The RM has Duty of Care regardless of whether you are in the Union or not . Make sure they are aware of the consequences .
Have a look at the Employment Right Act 1996 Section 44 Health and Safety Cases. It is a little known Act which you can use .
" Knowledge is King "