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CHAPTER 3

• The purpose of static control mats is
to protect the floors beneath

computers and workstations.

• Static control mats protect computer
data and electronic equipment from

potential damage caused by static

electricity charges.
• Static control mats and chair mats

might make you trip, especially if the
edges start to curl. When worn mats

start to pose a risk, replace them.

WORK AREA SAFETY

1. Items in your immediate workspace can improve both your comfort level and output.

They might also start causing harm.

• Furniture with jagged or sharp edges
needs to be taped or sanded down

to protect workers' bodies and stop

clothes from tearing.
• Notify the right person about any

potential risks related to office
furnishings, such as broken knobs

on equipment, burned-out lights, and
tears in the carpeting.

• File drawers should be stocked

starting at the bottom and working
your way up to the top.

• The top drawer should be used to

empty them.
• Take out one file cabinet drawer at a

time when working with them. The

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