This decision has been made because of the risk of fire and fire alarm activations, concerns about electrical safety, hygiene and pest control and air quality due to the lack of ventilation systems – burnt toast fumes can affect colleagues with asthma, allergies, or respiratory sensitivities.
There will be some areas such as services supporting families and children within the community that will need the use of a toaster. This will only be allowed if it is in a designated kitchen area within premises that meet safety and ventilation requirements and it is agreed through the health, safety and wellbeing and facilities management request process. Requests will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please email cst.fmoperations@derbyshire.gov.uk if you require an exemption.
Air fryers, pancake makers, and other similar domestic cooking appliances will also be removed and should not be brought into offices under any circumstances.
Thank you for helping us to maintain a safe workplace.