If you have been instructed to work from home like so many others due to covid-19 then you will potentially need a home office. If your home doesn’t have the space available for a home office then you will need to make sure that you separate home life and work life. When you are finished with work put it away don’t leave it on the table or sofa so you see it each time you walk past.
Below is a list of things that might help you set your working space up so you can work efficiently and effectively.
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Comfy Chair
One of the first things you are going to need is a comfy chair. Think about how long you will be sat down, you don’t want to be restless and get up with a backache. A good supportive, adjustable chair with a high back will feel amazon. Make sure it has some padding so you are not sitting and resting against a hard surface. You can even invest in memory foam office chairs these days. You might be lucky enough to be able to take your chair from your office space, you will have to speak to your boss and find out.
Big Desk
Once you have your chair or at least one in mind you need to think about your desk space. If you have a job that involves a lot of paperwork you will need a lot of space available so you are not drowning in paperwork. Again, your company may provide you with a desk or you might need to purchase one from a store.
Make sure you get one that isn’t going to look out of the place where you are putting it and also ensure you have enough room to work comfortably at it. Make sure you place the desk somewhere near plug sockets and the internet box for practicality.
Accessories
When it comes to office accessories you need to make sure you have everything you need. You will need a mouse and a keyboard at the very least if you are using a computer. If you are using a laptop you might find it easier to use a rest for it. This ensures it is in the correct position when typing.
So you don’t put extra strain on your wrists it is recommended that you use an ergonomic keyboard and mouse. This reduces your chances of developing repetitive strain injury in the hands and wrists. Take a look at something like the goldtouch ergonomic keyboards, these are adaptable to your needs.
Storage
Finally, your home office should have some form of storage such as a shelving unit. This ensures that paperwork and other bits you don’t need can be stored safely out of the way. Depending on the type of work you do you may also need a lockable filing cabinet to keep confidential information hidden away.
We hope you found this article helpful and it gives you some insight into getting the right office space for you.
