If you have employees standing for long periods of time, they will eventually experience leg and foot fatigue. In time, those same employees will probably start to experience health issues such as circulatory problems. We all know that employees who are feeling tired, have legs that hurt, and are experiencing health issues are not highly satisfied with their job.
There is a reliable and easy way to keep your employees from experiencing fatigue and health issues from constant standing. As early as 2012, the Magazine for Environment, Health, and Safety Issues was reporting on this fatigue and stated that anti-fatigue mats are the answer. But, not just any anti-fatigue mat will decrease employee fatigue. Only quality mats that are created explicitly for standing.
Choosing the Best Anti-fatigue Mat
Cushion and Support
You should look for mats that are made of rubber since that provides the needed cushioning and support your employees need. Rubber mats provide a surface that will slightly sink as an employee stands on them, but also has enough rigidity that it is not like standing on a pillow.
Easy Mobility
You should look for mats that are at least 5 feet by 3 feet to provide ample space for an employee to move. If the mat is too small, employees will not feel free to move around. Purchasing non-skid mats are the best way to provide a safe, anti-fatigue surface for your employees in large areas such as kitchens.
Works in a Variety of Environments
If you have a wet environment such as a kitchen or outside, make sure the mat is designed to drain water, so employees are not standing in water or slipping on the mats themselves. You also want to ensure the mats are designed so they are not a tripping hazard for your employees.
Take a moment and look around your work area. Do you have employees standing for long periods of time without an anti-fatigue mat? Or do you have employees who would like to stand but get tired standing? Then contact us today so we can help you find the best anti-fatigue mat for your business. Your employees will be happy you care about their health and job satisfaction.