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20 Work Environment Enhancers

People often overlook just how big an impact their work environment can have on their wellbeing. Your place of work can be highly infulencial in your state of mind, happiness and health.

Here are 20 Work Environment Enhancers, useful tips to make your place of work a more positive place to be.



 

Ventilate. Science confirms that fresh air gives you positive energy.

 

De-clutter. A tidy work environment de-stresses you subconsciously.

 

Control Temperature. Feel comfortable and wear the right clothes.

 

Personalise. A few personal touches to your workplace boost your spirit.

 

Ergonomic Computer Positioning. Seek advice/diagrams to get it right.

 

Keyboard Energiser. If you type a lot then stretch and massage fingers/hands.

 

Blink Often. This keeps eyes moist, especially if doing computer work.

 

Type Safely. Keep your wrist straight and arm relaxed. Research it further.

 

Take Frequent Breaks. Move as often as possible, change position and stretch.

 

Seek out Sanctuaries. Find places to work quietly and uninterrupted if needed.

 

Plants. Improve your working environment visually and psychologically.

 

Risk Assessment. Conduct regularly for your specific workstation/environment.

 

Smart Products. A super investment e.g. ergonomic keyboard, filters, chairs etc.

 

Good Lighting. Make sure you always work in good (preferably natural) light.

 

Safe Posture. Sit properly in a chair, small of the back supported. Do research.

 

PC Monitor Eye-Level. Upper frame of monitor at eye level, arm’s length away.

 

Be Proactive. Improve your work environment and do your colleagues a service.

 

Look out of the Window. Look out for a relaxing break for your eyes and mind.

 

Stay Aware. Be conscious of your environment all day and rectify immediately.

  Keep Machines Off. They emit “bad fumes” so keep them off when not in use.
Warning: please take medical advice before making any changes to your habits or lifestyle.