Did you know that the average employee spends around eight hours per day in their office space? There are a lot of aspects about an office that can affect a person’s mood and productivity. For example, many people would say that their co-workers, the cleanliness, or temperature of the office are factors. However, people often forget how furniture contributes to the feel of the office.
So, without further ado, let’s explore the benefits that come with choosing well-designed and ergonomic office furniture:
Reduces Pain
Ergonomic office furniture, including chairs and height-adjustable tables, are designed to support employees whilst they work. When employees are not hunched over, or working on furniture that offers support and comfort, their postureand form improves, and the likelihood of pain lessens. Ergonomic furniture works to improve employees’ posture, realign their spine, and overall reduce the number of work-related injuries.
Boosts Productivity
When investing in ergonomic, well-designed office furniture, you provide employees with a comfortable place to work. When employees are in less pain, they are likely to experience a boost in productivity. Employees that are in good health will be able to perform at their best and create high-quality work. Ergonomic furniture has the ability to reduce work-related injuries, meaning your employees will spend less time away from the office due to illness and/or injury and more time working.
Improves Overall Employee Wellness
Employee wellness is not defined by just the physical being of workers, but also their mental health. When you invest in your employee’s health and wellness through good office furniture, you are making it known that you care about their wellbeing. Employees who feel like they are working in an environment that fosters their health report higher rates of workplace happiness and wellbeing.
At Abax Kingfisher, we are dedicated to providing the finest office and education furniture Australia can offer. Contact us on 1300 911 054, for further information.
