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OFFICE SAFETY

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Common Office Safety and Health Hazards - Illumination

Lighting problems in the office cause:
  • Glare
  • Shadows
  • Visual problems (i.e., eyestrain, fatigue, double-vision, etc.).
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Poor lighting also can be a contributing factor in accidents.

Controls to prevent poor lighting conditions include:

  • Regular maintenance of the lighting system
  • Light-colored dull finish on walls, ceilings, and floors to reduce glare
  • Adjustable shades on windows
  • Indirect lighting.

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