{"product_id":"workplace-heat-risk-assessment-tool","title":"Workplace Heat Risk Assessment Tool — HSE Six-Factor Framework","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUK summers are getting hotter, and the law is clear: there's no maximum workplace temperature — instead, employers must assess heat as a risk and act on it. This tool helps you do exactly that, properly, in about ten minutes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt around the HSE's recognised six-factor thermal comfort framework, it walks you through a structured assessment of your workplace and produces a dated, professional record you can keep on file — the kind of documentation that shows you took your duty seriously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it does:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGuides you through the six HSE heat factors — air temperature, radiant heat, air movement, humidity, clothing\/PPE and work rate — plus exposure, hydration and workforce vulnerability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGives you a clear risk level (Low to Severe) with the reasoning shown — not a black box\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGenerates a prioritised list of recognised control measures matched to your specific risks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlags higher-risk workers needing individual assessment, including the legal duty around pregnant and new mothers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes a temperature log, an action checklist with sign-off, and a review-date prompt\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrints to a clean, professional assessment record for your health \u0026amp; safety file\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy this beats a blank template:\u003c\/strong\u003e free templates hand you an empty form and assume you already know the answers. This tool walks you through the assessment, works out the risk level for you, and tells you which recognised controls apply to your situation — turning guidance into a finished, documented assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRuns entirely in your browser. No account, no subscription, nothing to install. Download it once and it works offline, on any device, forever. Your answers never leave your computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is an assessment aid, not legal advice or a guarantee of compliance. It helps you carry out and document your own assessment using the HSE framework; it does not replace a suitable and sufficient risk assessment or professional advice. Always verify current guidance at hse.gov.uk and acas.org.uk.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #D4DAE0;border-radius:4px;padding:12px 14px;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;\"\u003eIs there a maximum legal temperature for workplaces?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003eNo. UK law sets no maximum workplace temperature. Instead, employers must treat heat as a hazard, assess the risk, and act on it so far as is reasonably practicable. This tool helps you carry out and document that assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #D4DAE0;border-radius:4px;padding:12px 14px;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;\"\u003eWhat is the HSE six-factor framework, and does this tool use it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003eYes. The assessment is built around the HSE's six basic thermal comfort factors — air temperature, radiant heat, air movement, humidity, clothing\/PPE and work rate — and then adds heat-specific factors the basic model doesn't cover, including exposure time, hydration and workforce vulnerability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #D4DAE0;border-radius:4px;padding:12px 14px;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;\"\u003eIs this a substitute for a professional risk assessment?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003eNo. It's an assessment aid that helps you carry out and document your own assessment using the HSE framework. It does not replace a suitable and sufficient risk assessment or professional advice, and it isn't a guarantee of compliance. You remain responsible for the assessment and the actions you take.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #D4DAE0;border-radius:4px;padding:12px 14px;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;\"\u003eHow is this better than a free heat assessment template?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003eA free template hands you an empty form and assumes you already know the answers. This tool walks you through the assessment, works out the risk level for you, and tells you which recognised control measures apply to your specific situation — turning guidance into a finished, documented assessment rather than a blank page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #D4DAE0;border-radius:4px;padding:12px 14px;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;\"\u003eDoes it cover higher-risk and pregnant workers?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003eYes. The tool flags where your workforce includes higher-risk individuals who need an individual assessment, and highlights the specific legal duty around new and expectant mothers. It records the category only — never an individual's personal health details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #D4DAE0;border-radius:4px;padding:12px 14px;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;\"\u003eWhat format is it, and what do I need to run it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003eA single self-contained HTML file. Open it in any modern web browser — Chrome, Edge, Safari or Firefox — on a computer, tablet or phone. There's nothing to install, no account and no subscription, and it works offline once downloaded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #D4DAE0;border-radius:4px;padding:12px 14px;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;\"\u003eDoes it store or send my data anywhere?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003eNo. Everything runs locally in your browser. The site details, answers and readings you enter never leave your computer — they exist only in your session until you print or save your assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #D4DAE0;border-radius:4px;padding:12px 14px;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;\"\u003eCan I reuse it for different sites and seasons?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003eYes. Run it as many times as you like for different locations, work areas or times of year. Each assessment is independent, and you can print or save a separate dated record for each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #D4DAE0;border-radius:4px;padding:12px 14px;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;\"\u003eHow do I get my completed assessment on paper or as a PDF?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003eWhen you reach the result, use the \"Print \/ save as PDF\" button. It opens your browser's print dialogue, where you can print directly or choose \"Save as PDF\" to keep a digital copy for your health \u0026amp; safety file.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#5C6A77;margin-top:18px;border-top:1px solid #D4DAE0;padding-top:12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is an assessment aid, not legal advice and not a guarantee of compliance. It helps you carry out and document your own assessment; it does not replace a suitable and sufficient risk assessment or professional advice. Outputs are indicative only and should be checked by a competent person. These tools are the property of drewmitchell.co.uk and are licensed for your own use; they may not be resold or redistributed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Envico","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57541411471704,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/7126\/7672\/files\/workplace-heat-assessment-tool.png?v=1781999849","url":"https:\/\/www.envicourse.com\/products\/workplace-heat-risk-assessment-tool","provider":"envicourse.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}