Remote Workers: Later Start to the Day in Lockdown

Remote workers started later in the day the longer the pandemic went on, according to statistics published by the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

The figures suggested, on average, people logged in at 10.45am to start their work day by September last year, a full hour after those who were actually in the office.

This home-working start time was also half an hour later when compared to April last year when lockdown was just beginning.

The ONS findings suggest people stuck more routinely to work day patterns – as if they were physically going into the office – at the start but that often changed as people became settled while working from home.

Those remote workers also tended to work later in the evening and work more hours, on average, during the week; office-based employees carried out 32.7 hours per week, while home-working staff recorded an average of 35.9 hours per week.

Working longer from home can come with its own pitfalls. A remote workstation assessment is a must to ensure optimal working conditions at home.

How can you help your staff?

By requesting Onhealth’s team of medical experts to conduct remote workstation assessments, you are showing your staff you care about their wellbeing while working from home.

During a one-to-one meeting, one of our physiotherapists will study the layout of the workstation, as well as previously sent photographic evidence of the environment, before offering advice and guidance on how to maximise the set-up and avoid any unnecessary aches and pains, which can lead to much worse injuries and time off work.

A detailed report will then be submitted to your HR department, allowing for follow up actions which help ensure ongoing progress.

To discuss this scheme and its benefits, contact us now by phone or email to find out more.