What facilities should be provided for changing and storing clothes?
If employees are required to change into special clothes then facilities should be provided to allow staff to change and store their clothes. The facilities should : be readily accessible provide seating have a means for hanging clothes ensure the privacy of the user provide storage for clothing that prevents the clean clothes from being soiled by dirty or wet clothing. What facilities must be provided for rest and meal breaks? Rest areas or rooms should be provided for use during breaks. The area must be clean and located so that food does not become contaminated. Employees should have the facility for preparing or obtaining a hot drink. Canteens or restaurants may be used as rest facilities provided there is no obligation to purchase food. Suitable rest facilities should be provided for pregnant women and nursing mothers. They should be near the sanitary facilities and include the facility to lie down. Where can I find out more?
