It’s kind of shocking that about 25% of all reported workplace accidents involve a slip, trip, or fall. And it’s hard to believe that falling down is the second leading cause of death after motor vehicle accidents. But having mats at your place of business is an easy and inexpensive way to mitigate that slip, […]
You might be surprised to learn that overexertion in the workplace is the number one cause of workplace injuries and accounts for about one-quarter of all workplace injuries and claims. So how do these workplace injuries from overexertion happen, and how can they be prevented? Causes of Workplace Overexertion Doing a job in an awkward […]
If you haven’t considered it yet, it’s a really good idea to put floor mats in your classroom. Here are all the reasons why: Mats are easy to clean. It’s much more difficult to clean wall-to-wall carpeting. Mats will dampen sound in the room. We know that noise pollution is detrimental to the learning environment […]
There’s a new trend in office ergonomics which is sit or stand desks. We’re going to take a look at the benefits of offering sit or stand desks to your employees, and what the best flooring solutions are for these areas. Some—but not all—of the benefits Employees are happier if they can move around. No […]
The old expression, “happy wife, happy life” could easily apply to the office, as in “happy employees, happy boss” even if it doesn’t rhyme. Why? Because happy employees are more productive, and more productive employees spell greater profits. There are some easy ways to make your employees happier. Improving employee comfort will improve office efficiency. […]
Perhaps you’ve noticed that if you stand for a long time on a hard surface like concrete, your legs and your back start to hurt. This type of musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) is very common in the workplace. By some estimates, MSD’s account for more than 40 percent of lost-time compensation claims. That’s where anti-fatigue mats […]
Is employee burnout disrupting the morale and productivity of your business? As a business owner or executive, helping employees cope with career stress is crucial. According to the 2016 Workplace Index from Staples Business Advantage, 50 percent of millennials, 40 percent of Gen X and 35 percent of Baby Boomers say employee burnout motivates them […]
Improved office design helps motivate employees and boosts your internal brand reputation. Who wants to work in a dimly lit, outdated or unsafe environment? And, who values a company that doesn’t take their physical headquarters seriously? Corporate surroundings are proven to affect both worker mood and productivity. Forbes columnist Jacob Morgan summarized the relationship between […]
Ergonomic office furniture, including desk chairs with an optimized design, is widely used throughout businesses to keep employees fit, comfortable and productive in the long-run. Today, the biggest trend in ergonomic office furniture seems to be standing desks. As sit-stand options gain traction throughout the corporate world, many businesses are considering anti-fatigue mats to help […]
Comfort mats are designed to prevent stress, cramps, and muscle strain that may otherwise be felt when standing on a hard floor surface for many hours at a time. These mats are designed with comfort in mind, providing a soft compressible surface that allows the feet to sink-in for added ergonomic support. In doing so, […]
