Labor Ministry: Work at temperature of 41°C and above is dangerous

16:16 - 28.06.2018


June 28, Fineko/abc.az. The Ministry of Labor & Social Protection of Azerbaijan has made a statement in connection with hot weather conditions.

The Ministry informs that in case air temperature is 41°C or above, the employers should take appropriate actions with the purpose of protecting lives and health of their workers.

"Under the Labour Code, at temperature of 41°C or above, work in open spaces without cooling devices should be suspended. Appropriate conditions should be created for employees and breaks should be organized," the Ministry said.

The period of breaks should be agreed with the Trade Union, but breaks should be included in the working time and should be paid in the amount of at least 2/3 of the salary.

 

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