Office Safety
While office work may not be considered as a high risk activity by many workers unsafe work systems and poor office layouts can and do result in accidents and injuries to office workers.
Common office hazards within the University include:
- Slips, trips and falls
- Musculoskeletal disorders
- Collision with poorly positioned furniture or other items
- Exposure to chemicals used in the office
- Fire
- Electricity
- Office kitchens and tea making areas
Persons working within office environments within the University should make themselves familiar with the contents of all relevant Office Risk Assessments and the UCD Office Safety Handbook.