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5 Office Cooling Secrets to Keep Your Staff Sane This Summer

14 April 2017 by Olivia Morris

As summer approaches, many office workers dread the thought of sweltering at their desks. One way to keep them cool is to crank up the air conditioning, but this isn't a cost-effective solution for many businesses. Instead, use the following tips to help everyone in the office keep their cool.

1. Keep Out the Sun's Heat

If your office has large, north-facing windows, the sun's rays could play a large role in heating up your office in summer. To keep your office cool, you'll need to block out some of this direct sunlight. However, you don't want to make your employees feel like they're in prison. Slatted blinds are a good compromise, as they reduce the intensity of sunlight streaming into your office while still providing a view of the outside world.

2. Don't Make So Much Heat in the Office

Office equipment generates heat, which can contribute to the overheating problem your workplace faces in summer. Turn off machines such as photocopiers and printers when no-one is using them to reduce heat production. Turn off computers overnight so the office is cool when workers arrive in the morning. Consider replacing older machines with newer ones, which typically waste less energy as heat.

3. Maintain Your Cooling System

If you spend a huge amount of money on air conditioning, but your employees still complain about being too hot, that could be a sign that your cooling system isn't working properly. Air conditioning units gradually collect dust and dirt in their filters, which can prevent them from circulating air effectively. They also need new parts occasionally. Before summer begins, have your system serviced by an air conditioning professional to ensure it is working efficiently.

4. Provide Individual Desk Fans

In any office, there is likely to be a range of opinions over what the ideal temperature should be. Prevent arguments over air conditioning by providing employees with personal desk fans, which they can use to provide a cooling breeze at their own desks.

5. Dress For the Weather

If your workplace has a strict dress code, consider relaxing it during the summer months. Allowing employees to wear shorts or short-sleeved shirts can make a big difference to their mood. A worker who is too hot is unlikely to do his or her best work, so letting the dress code become slightly more casual could be a good way to keep productivity high in summer. 

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