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Workplace temperature

Under Irish legislation, no maximum temperature for a workplace is prescribed. An employer does, however, have a general duty under the Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005 to ensure the safety, health and welfare of all employees. The temperature of the workplace, whether too hot or too cold for comfort may have some effect on welfare and possible health.