Heatwave – What are the conditions for exercising your right of withdrawal? » The economic and political newsletter of PACA

A heat wave is hitting certain French regions this week.

However, such climatic conditions can cause harmful effects on the health of many employees (dehydration, malaise, etc.), especially those who work outdoors.

However, if the Labor Code does not provide for any provision allowing not to come to work when the temperatures are too high, the employer must take measures, within the framework of his obligation to guarantee the safety and the physical and mental health of his employees at work.

As a result, as soon as the employee has a “reasonable reason” to feel in danger because of extreme heat (above 33°), he can exercise his right to withdrawal. A right that applies to all employees.

• What is the right of withdrawal? Under what conditions is it exercised?
• What are the obligations of companies towards employees?
• Is the right of withdrawal often exercised in the event of a heat wave?

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