Do employers have to provide lockers?
Employers don’t necessarily have to provide employees with storage lockers, however, a space to change and store clothing is required if staff members need to get changed on-site. If within your organisation you are required to wear safety clothing or equipment, employers must provide lockers or storage for this.
While lockers aren't mandatory in all situations, employers should assess the specific needs of their workplace and provide appropriate storage solutions.
Providing lockers can boost employee morale by demonstrating that their comfort and safety are valued.
There are a number of different types of metal lockers which can be used, depending on the clothing or equipment being stored, stainless steel lockers or anti-bacterial lockers should be used where high hygiene standards are required, otherwise, clothing and workwear lockers can be used to housework uniform and personal effects lockers can be used for smaller individual items.
The type of locker or locker system you require will depend on what you want to keep in it, the environment the locker is to be used in and whether it is for public or private use. Locker systems can often have up to six compartments per unit, with a number of internal configurations like shelves, rails and partitions for the storing of different materials. Custom configurations of compartments and internal storage systems are often available meaning you can tailor the system to your exact requirements and often save on space.
The surroundings and use of the locker will often have a bearing on the material used in its construction. Corrosion resistant plastic or powder coated steel lockers are often ideal for use in wet areas or outdoors when exposed to the elements. Where visibility and ventilation of contents is required, mesh lockers can often be an economical solution. For areas where there is a risk of infection, contamination or bacterial growth, lockers with anti-bacterial coating that reduces these risks are frequently popular. When they are for use by the public, anti-vandalism or reinforced lockers can often be appropriate.
There are also a number of locking systems available for lockers with key, digital and coin operated locks differing in suitability depending on where the locker is being used and who is using it. Coin-operated systems may be more suitable for public access.
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