ABSTRACT
Safety in an office setting has often been viewed as not essential since there are no hazards. This view is definitely not accurate. There are many hazards and although few occupational deaths occur, injuries are an issue faced by office workers. Injuries cost money in the form of real dollars for medical costs, workers’ compensation, increased insurance premiums, repair of equipment, temporary help, and potential legal actions. If employers have not considered and identified the potential hazards in their office building, they have been remiss. In this chapter, the identified office hazards are discussed and suggestions on control and mitigation are set forth.
