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Key Points

Key Points

Diligent housekeeping can reduce the potential for accidents to happen.
Consider health and safety related issues when planning any office reorganisation.
There should be enough free space to allow people to get to and from their workstations with ease.
Ensure windows cannot open too far if there is a danger of falling from height.
For sedentary work in offices, the temperature should normally be at least 16^o C.
Where possible, office areas should be lit by natural light from windows and skylights.
When designing open plan offices, carefully placed dividing screens can reduce nuisance noise.
Ventilation should provide adequate fresh air to create a healthy and comfortable environment.