Provision of free bottled water

July 19, 2022

To support colleagues through the hot weather, arrangements have been made for the provision of free bottled water for our main hospital and community sites, in recognition of difficulties that many staff have working in hot ward areas where it is difficult to get a break and replenish water supplies.

Until Tuesday 19 July, bottled water will be distributed to all ward and clinical areas at City and Sandwell. If colleagues based at City and Sandwell feel they need water urgently, they can visit the catering department (Hallam Restaurant, Sandwell and Arches, City) and request bottled water. Arrangements have also been made for water to be delivered to Leasowes and Rowley.

Colleagues are also encouraged to take plenty of water to work. It’s crucial that colleagues are able to drink water and stay hydrated during a shift. This is especially important during the hot weather and as temperatures are set to rise.

Please ensure your patients are kept hydrated.

Colleagues are kindly reminded to ensure bottles are emptied before disposal in order to support our waste management team.

For more information about keeping your patients and colleagues safe during the hot weather see Connect.