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to keep employees comfortable while working from home Jeffrey Smagacz , Senior Vice President and Ergonomics Practice Leader at Marsh , gives you ten quick tips to make working from home more comfortable. 10 WAYS
During the Covid-19 pandemic, millions of workers began telecommuting out of necessity. However, many of these employees never worked from home previously — and even if they had, they hadn’t done so for extended periods. Now, working from home is becoming more common, and for many employers and employees, it comes as a significant change. With that comes a growing responsibility for employers to focus more on understanding what risks may exist and working with employees to create safe work settings no matter the location. A few small changes to an employee’s home work environment can help to create a more comfortable, safe, and productive telecommuting experience. Whether working from home on a remote, hybrid, or full-time basis, employers should share with their employees these ten best practices: 1. Use a sturdy, adjustable chair. Refrain from sitting on very soft couches and chairs as they do not support the body evenly during extended sitting.
6. Alternate between sitting and standing throughout the day (about every hour) to reduce excessive stress on the lower back and legs while sitting. 7. Take short micro-breaks (approximately
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Jeff Smagacz is the Global
Ergonomics Practice Leader and a Senior Vice President in Marsh Risk Consulting’s (MRC) Workforce Strategies Practice. Jeff leverages his vast human factors/ergonomics skill set with clients to deploy initiatives that align business requirements with safe, efficient, and sustainable processes. The strategic partnerships he develops routinely deliver a reduction in injuries with a subsequent financial impact.
two minutes in length) every hour to stretch and move your body.
8. Be careful not to overload
electrical outlets to avoid fire risk. 9. Be aware of your extension/power cords to minimize tripping hazards. 10. Keep your laptop and equipment in a secure place, where it’s protected from damage or theft after work hours. In addition to sharing these best practices, employers should consider creating video tutorials and providing access to helplines. This will help with home work environment setup and professionally address any physical discomfort issues.
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2. Adjust the seat height, so your
forearms are parallel to the floor when typing. 3. Place a small pillow behind your lower back while sitting to maintain the natural curve of your spine. 4. Use an external mouse and place objects — such as your phone, mouse, and printed materials — close to your body to minimize reaching. 5. Place your feet entirely on the floor.
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