Facilities Management: Returning to the Workplace

Facilities Management: Returning to the Workplace

52mIntermediate2021-05-21

Authors

Jim Rogers

Jim Rogers

Recognized leader in the field of construction management

Course details

In some areas of the world, the pandemic is starting to get under control and companies are contemplating a return to the workplace. The ability to do so safely is dependent on many factors: the existing physical space, work functions, and local attitudes and expectations. Facility managers need to assess the new normal and develop strategies for changes to the built environment. This course with Jim Rogers—a recognized leader in the fields of construction management and occupational safety and health—provides practical strategies for evaluating your current systems and spaces, making changes, and managing ongoing health and safety issues. Learn how to deal with reduced room capacity, alter conference rooms, make improvements to your HVAC system, and more. With these guidelines, you can ensure your company is making the workplace as safe and secure as possible for your employees.

Skills covered

Construction ManagementAECDeep Dive (X:Y)

Concepts

Introduction

  • Returning to the workplace may require some changes

Managing Expectations

  • Start by evaluating the new normal
  • Start thinking like a safety professional

Altering the Built Environment

  • Changes to spaces
  • Dealing with reduced room capacities due to distancing
  • The effect flexible schedules have on workspaces
  • Options for creating new spaces
  • Hybrid meetings require altered conference rooms

Managing Sanitation In the Workplace

  • Clean air
  • Balancing occupant load, increased sanitation, and cleaning staff

Next Steps

  • What if I need new space
  • Next steps for your workspace
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