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Workplace Ergonomics – Are you doing it right?

If you are, fantastic! It may still be worth a read to refresh your memory on Ergonomics in your workplace. After all, we’re all guilty of falling back in to bad habits. If not, this could be the information you need to rid of those aches and pains whilst working at your desk in the offices or at home as well as preventing long term issues. Did You Know? Working ergonomically has never been more important than it is right now. Since 1998 the number of people that work from home has increased by almost 50%. This, after the number… Read more

June 24, 2021 1

The Importance of Workplace Hygiene and Cleanliness

Hygiene at Work

As a result of the COVID-19 outbreak, our daily life and weekly routines will change forever. As a result, each and every one of us will live with a greater awareness for our hygiene and cleanliness. Not only workplace hygiene, but the cleanliness of absolutely everywhere we go. Whether that be on trains or buses, in hotels or gyms or at restaurants and bars. As we adapt our everyday life to help keep ourselves and those around us safe. It’s also imperative that employers and service providers adapt their ways too. This can be done by investing in appropriate equipment… Read more

March 26, 2020 0

Working from Home – Keeping Motivated

With the outbreak of the Covid-19 the UK has found a huge increase of people having to work from home and socially distance themselves. Working from home is not always easy as there is often many more distractions and a lot more freedom in hours, causing some people to procrastinate. Here are some tips on how to create an effective working environment within your home. Creating your Work Space Firstly, you need to create an area within your home which is for working. If you have room, a separate desk with the work essentials permanently set up is great for… Read more

March 23, 2020 0

Creating the Perfect Break Room for Your Employees

We all appreciate a little me time while we are at work. Whether your day is spent in front of a computer in an office, selling to customers on the shop floor, or running after children all day, having a good canteen space or break room to retreat to is essential. Not only does a great canteen area provide a comfortable place to spend your break time, it acts as a centre of socialising amongst employees and a great way to make friends at work. When creating or upgrading your previous break area, there’s no need to break the bank… Read more

February 25, 2020 0