Social Distancing
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SOCIAL DISTANCING IN THE OFFICE For the foreseeable future, social distancing is going to be a part of our lives. Alongside these measures is the incorporation of protective screens in the office; this mix of distancing and physical barriers will play a significant role in keeping staff safe.
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Consistency when it comes to practicing social distancing is vital.
How to Plan a Socially Distanced Office
possible. Consider the routes that staff members will need to take to the toilet, kitchen and lifts.
As part of preparing to return to the office, it can be useful to create a map of your office space. You can measure out spaces between the desks to maintain the correct distance, and incorporate screens where it is not possible to space desks far enough away from each other. Mark on your map how your new layout looks before making any physical alterations.
Maintaining Good Social Distancing Practice Consistency when it comes to practicing social distancing is vital. Help staff to remember best practice by utilizing clear signage, marking out one-way routes around the office, and communicating regularly with staff about the new protocols. Making your office a socially distanced one is a challenge, but one that can be overcome with some creative thinking.
Think about walkways and include them in your design, making them one-way as much as
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