As a significant heatwave approaches, questions are arising regarding employee and student safety. Current regulations do not explicitly mandate school closures or allow parents to keep children home due to heat, though individual schools may implement policies based on facility conditions. Similarly, there is no broad legal right for employees to refuse work solely due to high temperatures, unless it violates existing health and safety regulations. However, the Health and Safety Executive advises employers to assess and mitigate risks posed by extreme heat, potentially including adjusting work schedules or providing cooling measures. Vulnerable individuals, such as pregnant women and those with underlying health conditions, may have additional protections. Employees concerned about unsafe working conditions are encouraged to raise the issue with their employer and, if unresolved, with the Health and Safety Executive. Ultimately, navigating these rights depends on specific workplace and school policies, alongside broader health and safety laws.