The circuit breaker (CB) that came into effect on 7 April 2020 will be lifted on 2 June 2020. During the circuit breaker period, everyone has had a glimpse of how the ‘new normal’ will be like post-CB – with social distancing norms and the arrangement of working and studying from home being practiced as we speak. As of 2nd June, the ‘new normal’ becomes the ‘now normal’. More Singaporeans can return to work, with about one-third of the workforce returning to work on-site or at the office (according to The Straits Times).
However, is your office ready for post-circuit breaker? In order for your employees and visiting-customers to feel safe and secure, we recommend getting office furniture that facilitates social distancing. Your furniture of choice must also be easy to maintain, given that the Covid-19 virus lingers on various surfaces. Here are a few tips on equipping the office post-circuit breaker.
Social Distancing With The All-New Comfort Acrylic Shield
Introducing the product that’s at the forefront of ‘new normal’, social distancing-appropriate furniture – Comfort Acrylic Shield. Designed to facilitate social distancing in the office, the all-new Comfort Acrylic Shield is an easy-to-clean transparent acrylic shield that helps enforce safe distancing at reception counters, communal tables, office desks and more. It comes with a stable and sturdy base, eliminating the need for drilling or adhesives. It turns your existing tables and workstations into social distancing-compliant furniture in mere seconds and grants peace of mind to everyone working in the office’s communal spaces.
The all-new Comfort Acrylic Shield comes in four size variants. The Comfort Acrylic Shield – W600 and Comfort Acrylic Shield – W1200 are great for workstations while the Comfort Acrylic Shield – W900 + Access Hole and Comfort Acrylic Shield – W1500 + Access Hole are designed for receptionist desks and pantries. In need of one with a specially customised size? Contact us today to get a quotation on customised sizes!
Get ‘Flexible’ Furniture
There’s zero room for error when it comes to rebooting your business post-CB. As the need for cleanliness reaches a new high, it’s imperative that all office furniture is portable and can be cleaned easily. Keeping your employees safe from the virus goes a long way in ensuring your business will never collapse.
1) Easy-To-Clean Furniture Ideas
Begin by investing in office chairs made with wipeable plastic or synthetic leather, as they are easier to clean. When it comes to workstations, side tables or coffee tables, prioritise laminate and glass tables. As for sofas, always get those with washable covers. Sofas, in general, are harder to maintain; washable sofa covers can make all the difference.
2) Portable Furniture Ideas
Life in the office post-CB will require ‘new normal’ SOPs or arrangements such as having only half of the team in the office at one point of time. Varying adjustments will be required in order for businesses to comply with new social distancing practices. These new practices will also require us to move around more, which creates the need for portable furniture in the office.
For starters, invest in furniture on wheels like mobile office cabinets and pedestals. When your employees are required to relocate their workstation, these cabinets will ease the process. Alternatively, having lockers in the office allows employees to store their belongings and keep only their office essentials like their laptop, power adapters and cup holders. It’s crucial for office workstation tables to be sanitised and cleaned regularly. Therefore, it’s wise to store items that we seldom use into lockers. Last but not least, consider getting furniture that makes social distancing easier like modular sofas or stools and poufs. This ensures that short breaks or discussions conducted in the lobby and breakout area are social distancing-compliant.
As the workforce goes back to action on 2 June 2020, be vigilant in providing a safe environment for your people to work in. Your employees are your greatest assets. Get your office post-circuit breaker ready now.
