I've always been impressed by modern offices. All those skilled workers with their suits and ties and smart skirts. And i've always thought that one of the perks of working in such places is that everything is so clean. But according to a recent scientific study if you're a white collar office worker you should think about asking for sick leave or even start working from home. Because your workplace is filled with germs.
A team from the University of Arizona discovered that the average office desktop has 400 times more bacteria than the average office toilet seat ! And surprisingly, women's workstations are home to far more germs than those of their male colleagues. on average, female employees have three or four times more germs in their work area.
one reason why women's desks have more bacteria is that women spend more time with small children and so are more likely to catch their germs. Another problem is that women use makeup and lotions which help to transfer bacteria. And many women especially if they have to work long hours, like to grab a little something to eat while they are on duty. so they tend to keep snacks in their desks drawers. And this is an ideal place for bacteria to grow.Professor Charles Gerba found that 75% of female employees kept food in their work area. He admitted that he was really surprised how much food there was in a woman's desk. If there's ever a famine, that's the first place he'll look.
However, before all you poor male workers run to your boss to complain about your working conditions, you should know one thing: men's wallets are the most covenient places for all those nasty little office bugs. Your wallet is in your back pocket, a warm and nice place. it is a great incubator for bacteria.
But don't hand in your resignation just yet. before informing your employer that you're leaving for a more hygenic occupation, you should find out if anyone has done a similar study for blue collar workers involved in manual labour.
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