With very high temperatures forecast from the weekend into the early part of next week, the Trust is relaxing the uniform policy to allow staff to wear sunhats for this period of hot weather, provided they are suitable for the workplace and not offensive.
Crews are reminded to call your Local Operations Manager if you are on a prolonged outdoor callout and need further support. If there are any concerns with patients, please make use of the clinical advice line.
We are reminding you of self-care measures to ensure you keep safe and well.
If for any reason you are unable to work safely in the high temperatures, please inform your line mangers and/or AOC.
Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) in warm/hot environments increases the risk of heat stress.
Please read the guidance published around wearing PPE in the heat and steps to take to stay safe.
Friday 15th July 2022