Rethinking Health, Safety, and Wellness in the Workplace
by Jill Hathorn and Shannon Robinson As companies seek to entice employees back to the office, workers look for more than hybrid work schedules, advanced cleaning protocols, options for social distancing, and the comforts of home. Today’s office configurations have employers and designers alike thinking broadly about health, safety, and wellness in their workplace. An Environment of Light and Visibility Two factors can greatly enhance workplace health, safety and wellness: light and visibility. Controlling glare while layering natural and electric lighting can enhance the experience of any space. For the office, these features can significantly improve worker productivity, reduce fatigue, and establish a suitable space for the right task. From a design’s inception, orientation for optimal natural light and views should be considered to enliven the health and spirit of users. Ample lighting, whether natural or electric, has proven to prevent eye strain and boost moods during the typical workday. …
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