Preventing worker fatigue with anti-fatigue mats
September 11, 2024
By Bertech, for the Blue Print
By Bertech, for the Blue Print
How anti-fatigue mats can help reduce fatigueWhen it comes to employee comfort, all employees are important. They work different hours, and sometimes are on their feet the whole time. If this is the case, then how can a company possibly make their employees’ shifts less strenuous?
Easy, by using anti-fatigue mats. Anti-fatigue mats have properties that can help with worker fatigue and poor blood circulation. Worker fatigue is when workers have to spend several hours a day on their feet on a hard surface which over time causes them to feel discomfort in their legs and feet. Poor blood circulation is when a prolonged period of standing causes blood to pool in lower extremities which can cause swelling and discomfort. Worker fatigue and poor blood circulation can occur for a variety of reasons. For example, worker fatigue can occur due to high temperature, repetitive motion, work duration, and an excess of work. Poor blood circulation can occur due to a worker’s lifestyle like poor sleep and lack of exercise but can also occur because of work-related factors like increased levels of stress. Oftentimes, work output slows down or is stopped temporarily if someone feels fatigued or overworked. Many issues caused by worker fatigue and poor blood circulation may result in products being produced slowly, and that’s if the product is even being produced correctly! This can prevent future sales and business, which can hurt workplace employee morale. The good news is that with anti-fatigue mats, many cases of fatigue may be prevented. Anti-fatigue mats can help worker fatigue because they provide cushioning for the hard floor, so they help reduce the impact to feet, legs, and hips. Since there is less impact to the body, it can lessen the physical pressure felt by the workers. This mat can be placed in areas where standing is a necessary component of the job. For example, they can be placed in warehouses, restaurants, and grocery stores. Anti-fatigue mats can also help with poor blood circulation, due to their effect on hemoglobin levels, relating to blood pooling. With even the minimal reduction of blood pooling, there can be an increase in blood flow to help poor circulation. This could also help with cardiovascular problems for the workers in their lower extremities during prolonged standing. Final takeawayOverall, just know that using anti-fatigue mats can help improve performance and productivity in workers. When working long hours or shifts on hard or concrete floors, worker fatigue and poor blood circulation is always going to play a factor.
Putting the comfort and health of your employees first, is always a good way to boost productivity. Help your workers out by providing them with anti-fatigue mats to use in the workplace. Content originally from Bertech. Reused here with permission.
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