How does telework affect employee productivity?

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Please use the following checkpoints to determine compliance with the employer’s physical setup, safety and ergonomic requirements for telework.

                           

____ Dedicated work area 

                    

____ Safe exit paths from work area (recommended width is 36")

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____ Area free of loose rugs on slippery floors

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____ Smoke detector/alarm present and functional

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____ Fire extinguisher near work area or clear access to the fire extinguisher 

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____ Adequate first aid supplies

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____ Electrical outlets are functioning properly and not overloaded

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____ Power surge protection in place

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____ Secure storage for confidential information

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____ Privacy for confidential phone conversations

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____ Work equipment is out of direct sunlight and away from heaters

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____ Adequate air quality/ventilation

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____ Flammable materials have been removed from the office area

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____ Overhead shelves/cabinets are secured firmly

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____ Furniture and equipment are ergonomically correct   

                                         

• Computer desk:  26” high and able to handle weight of equipment 

  • Keyboard reach:  23” to 28” from operator

  • Keyboard slope: 10-20 degree range 

• Monitor: top of typing line is slightly below eye level. Ideally laptop is hooked up to an external monitor

• Mouse and keyboard: Should be positioned at seated elbow height

• Chair: Use a chair that allows your seated height to match the desk height

  • Back tilt recommended. Height of seat 15 to 21” from floor

  • Sit back on chair with spine fully supported

  • Try using a small box or crate for a footrest

• Lighting: Directed behind or to the side of vision, not in front or above

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