August 18, 2020
Some office workspaces have returned to in-person work again, and that is leaving a number of workers anxious, stressed and ashamed of their sanitation efforts—or lack thereof. Here’s how to manage that anxiety, and how to talk to your employer.
Believe it or not, we are still in the middle of a pandemic. With cases rising, no vaccine and the high health stakes, in the face of a disaster like this, even elaborate and extensive safety and health protective measures can feel insufficient. In an office with minimal ventilation, shared surfaces and close quarters, masks and hand sanitizer might not be enough.
What should you do if you are working from the office again and feel uneasy about it? What if other workers are not fully covering their face, or wearing a mask in shared areas? What if your employer is asking you to come in, and giving you no option of working