Will working be more flexible in the future?
Now that people have had a taste of working from home and the better work/life balance it offers, there are calls for a more flexible attitude to working in the future. The Chartered Institute for Personnel and Development that represents HR professionals, says they think there'll be a lot more freedom and flexibility in the future! Here's why:
"People generally want a mix of workplace and home working, and the possibility of more choice in their working routines, meaning hybrid working can provide an effective balance for many workers."
With that in mind, it's possible that a lot of employees (including yours) will look at ways to make your working schedule a bit more flexible in the future. If you're unsure what approach your workplace is taking, we'd recommend arranging a one-on-one meeting with your manager or boss. They should be able to advise you on the companies current thoughts & plans, while also listening to any concerns you may have.
Does my employer need to take COVID-19 precautions?
Yes. As we've mentioned, the pandemic is far from over and people are still getting sick with the virus every day. That being said, with more and more people getting vaccinated, there's a much lower chance of serious illness if you do catch COVID-19. So, what precautions do employers have to take to keep you safe in the workplace?
- Continue social distancing guidelines to keep employers separated as much as possible
- Frequently clean and sanitise the office and communal areas
- Provide additional handwashing or hand sanitisation stations around the office
- Staggering start and end times to help with travel to work & to limit the number of people in the office at any one time
- Minimising unnecessary visitors to the workplace
- Encourage employees to take lateral flow tests on a regular basis
