Does Traditional Mat Maintain Hygiene and Safety for Your Business Premise?

80% of dust and dirt is brought into the office by shoes. Health and safety is an important and critical element in all work places with the large traffic environment. With cleanliness and good hygiene becoming top employee welfare concerns, taking the first step in addressing your work place floor care hygiene is definitely one of the key factors toward building a safety-driven and healthy work environment.

Over time, these normal mats pose a risk of breeding ground or germs such as bacteria, virus and mould. With the built up grim and dust, the cleanliness and hygiene of your working environment is compromised. Germguard mat made with cotton and nylon, it is capable of absorbing most moisture and eliminate any potential germ growth compared to other traditional mats, and are often used in greasy workstations or indoor wet area.

Slips, trips and falls are the most common causes of injuries at work premises. More than 1,000 employees are hurt every year based on WSH council’s data. The right type of anti-slip floor mats has to be selected to maintain safe work environment. Examples of activities resulting in potential work place tripping incidents include oil stains from the workers’ shoes that dirty the lobby and reception flooring; hand washing and cups washing that wet floor tiles in the pantry area. Anti-microbial safety mat has suction discs which are available to enhance mat stability on smooth and wet areas. Prolonged standing at work can cause discomfort and fatigue. These can affect posture and health. Anti-fatigue mat are designed with unique ergonomics, promoting safety, comfort and protection for your employees who are required to stand for prolonged periods at assembly lines and kitchens.

Potential cost can be incurred for traditional mats replacement and cleaning charges. You can avoid unnecessary risks and worries in a workplace where health and safety is highly critical by engaging a professional who offers floorcare solutions. Take the right steps to make your work premises safe with Initial floormats. Contact us at 6347 8138 or email us at ihs-enquiry-sg@rentoikil-initial.com today.