Returning to work after lockdown restrictions in the UK will indicate a new normal for most businesses and individuals. Not only are significantly more people working from home, but workplaces will need to prepare for any employees that are returning to the premises by implementing measures to keep them safe and prevent the spread of COVID-19. This will include enforcing social distancing at all physical locations, providing PPE such as hand sanitiser and face masks for employees to use, and ensuring every employee has their own belongings and are not sharing anything with others.
Hand sanitiser will arguably be the most important new product for businesses to invest in, to encourage a high standard of hand hygiene and keep people safe whether they are employees or visitors. Sanitiser will be needed at multiple locations throughout the premises and large amounts will be used daily. At Gilt Edged we bottle our hand sanitiser in-house; we have worked with a local distillery to produce sanitiser gel and liquid formulated to WHO standards. We have worked hard to introduce a range of bottle styles and sizes so businesses can get hold of the sanitiser they need, including large refill bottles, carabiner bottles that employees can attach to their clothing, spray bottles and standard squeeze bottles.
Preparing the workplace environment for people to return to work can be a big task, but it can be made easier with the right items. Plenty of signage encouraging social distancing will be important, with floor stickers and wall signs being effective at reminding people to keep their distance. You could even purchase clothing with social distancing slogans on them to be a constant reminder to people not to get too close to others. Face masks are also likely to be required for all people on-site, to stop the spread of the virus and provide employees with a sense of safety. With disposable and reusable options available, you can easily ensure your workforce’s safety with the appropriate type for your business. Back to work PPE kits can encompass all requirements, including masks, gloves and sanitiser to welcome your employees back to the workplace in a safe manner.
It is a good idea to personalise employee’s belongings with their names to keep levels of cross-contamination down and ensure that people do not share essential items. This can include pens, drinks bottles and notebooks to name a few, with some products even boasting anti-bacterial properties. These items can be branded with your company logo and individual names to provide a sense of unity in these difficult times. Providing employees with these items will help them to feel protected and appreciated by the business, and give them a warm welcome back on their return to work. Hygiene hooks are a great tool for helping employees avoid using their hands for high-touch points such as pin pads and door handles. These can be used in the work environment as well as out and about, making a great product to give to employees in the workplace as well as those who are working from home.
If you have employees working from home, your business needs to ensure they have everything they need to do so successfully. By sending them branded work from home gifts, you can ensure they are set up with the products they need to work efficiently while providing them with something to make them feel appreciated and rewarded for their hard work, especially in these difficult times. Items such as branded notebooks, mouse mats and even snack boxes will be really appreciated by your staff and keep a connection between your employees and the business.
For all your back to work product requirements, take a look at our website. We have everything from PPE to working from home essentials, from branded thank you gifts to social distancing signs. Please contact us if you need any help or with product enquiries, by calling 01604 671671 or emailing sales@giltedged.co.uk
