| A messy and disorganized desk is a breeding ground | | | | have a cold, take precautions to prevent your fellow |
| for harmful bacteria and viruses. These unwanted | | | | employees from contracting the virus from you. |
| guests may result in you suffering from coughs and | | | | 4. Open the windows to air out the room if possible. |
| colds or other ailments. Would you like to work in an | | | | Having a fresh breeze now and then prevents the |
| unhealthy workplace? I am sure the answer to the | | | | office from having stale air. Turning off the |
| question would be a resounding NO. | | | | air-conditioner once in a while can help reduce the |
| There are many ways that we can prevent our | | | | spread of germs. |
| office workspace from becoming a proverbial pigsty. | | | | 5. Add plants to your workspace. |
| Here are some tips which are easy to follow and will | | | | A touch of greenery can help to improve the air |
| help you keep your desk clean and your office | | | | quality in the office and make it a more pleasant |
| healthier. | | | | place to work. |
| 1. Have organizers for your work. | | | | 6. Do not store food in your office drawers or on at |
| Get files folders, in-out trays for urgent projects, CD | | | | your workstation. |
| boxes to store your digital documents and a | | | | If you have food around you will be tempted to |
| stationary holder to keep your desk clutter free. | | | | munch while busily typing at the keyboard. Unnoticed |
| Prioritize what you have by keeping the items that | | | | to you there maybe food crumbs in your office chair |
| you use on a regular basis within reach. Items that | | | | or in the carpet which may lead to visits by ants or |
| are occasionally used should be stored away in | | | | the growth of germs. |
| cabinets, drawers or even separate shelves near | | | | 7. Do not eat at your workstation. |
| your desk. | | | | Eating on the job is bad not only for your health but |
| 2. One photo frame is enough. | | | | also you may accidently spill the contents of your |
| Limit the number of decorative items on your desk | | | | lunch on the table or on your keyboard. |
| as they are a magnet for dust and vie for the limited | | | | 8. Have a five minute clean up routine. |
| desktop space that you have. | | | | End each working day by filing away and putting |
| 3. Have anti-bacterial wipes and tissues on hand. | | | | away the items on your desk so you can arrive to a |
| It is important to routinely wipe down the phone, | | | | clean desk tomorrow. Clean all surfaces with a moist |
| keyboard and surfaces to prevent the spread of | | | | cloth then dry. |
| germs with anti-bacterial wipes. Having tissues around | | | | With these 8 handy tips you can be assured that |
| to cover your nose if you do have a cold. If you do | | | | your work desk is kept clean and hygienic. |