Humane Work Environments Part 1

Employers can learn simple ways to create a culture of honor.
Here is the first of four recommendations. Environmental design is used for optimal wellness. Avoid cramming employees into small confined areas. Spaces should be open to allow for human contact unless it is detrimental to a worker's needs and preferences. Good air circulaton, lots of natural light, an aesthetic environment and live plants all contribute to good environmental design. Restrooms should be ample and tastefully decorated. Continue the theme by providing well groomed outdoor spaces. Solar lights increase safety and create ambience. A well though out water feature adds to a quality design, and the sound and sight of a water fall refreshes employees. Beautiful plantings, shaded areas and a few picnic tables create a welcoming environment. It is not honorable to expect employees to work in dingy, cramped spaces without natural light. It is honorable to create welcoming spaces where employees feel valued, feel refreshed and collaborate freely without disturbing others.