Wearwell, one of our fine providers of anti fatigue mats , commissioned a study on the use of anti-fatigue mats. They did anti fatigue floor mats research on a commercial oven manufacturing plant. This plant had 175 production workers in two shifts. The average employee tenure was 4 years, and the mean age was 35 years. This company was regarded the best local company in pay and benefits. Before they started using Wearwell anti fatigue mats, they had a high injury rate and absenteeism up to 10 percent on Mondays.
Before the use of anti fatigue mats, there were over 3 injuries per month and average absenteeism of 5.2% . This figure dropped to less than 1 injury per month and absenteeism at 4.0% average. Increased productivity due to the use of anti-fatigue mats saved this client $300,000 through increased productivity and $60,000 in reduced insurance costs. You can see how anti fatigue matting is a great investment.
Now, consider workers’ perceptions of discomfort. When a person stands on a concrete slab, invariably, the person will get uncomfortable, and the mind may wander off the job , and on to his discomfort. Not only can this result in getting work done slower, it also opens the door to industrial accidents. Simply using anti fatigue rubber mats allows workers to stand at their station and experience much less discomfort, making them much better workers.
Where should anti fatigue mats be used? Quite simply, anti fatigue mats should be used wherever workers need to stand for any extended period of time. Cashiers obviously would benefit, but it goes way beyond retail stores. Production line workers working at production tables or conveyors certainly come to mind. Restaurant preparation people spend long hours as well on their feet. Specialty anti fatigue floor mats are available that can be perforated, grease proof or grease resistant.
Consider also many of our anti fatigue mats have colored borders. Not only do your employees get the benefit of comfort on the job, but they also have a built in warning device ( a bright colored stripe) showing that the mat is about to end , and the industrial equipment is about to begin. Of course to further minimize the possibility of injury, many industrial robots and potentially dangerous machines are surrounded by Wire Cages.
Every organization that has workers that stand with any regularity will be very pleased with their purchase of A Plus Warehouse anti fatigue mats. Your employees will feel more comfortable, allowing them to pay attention to producing quality products while keeping a keen eye on safety. A Person with aching legs or back tends to worry about his or her pains, and not about other potentially dangerous issues. Our salespeople are waiting at 800-209-8798 – and ready to help with all your anti fatigue matting needs.
