Being a solid safety mat, rather than one with holes, means that it’s ideal for manufacturing areas where nails, rivets or screw might fall onto the ground, as they will lay flat, as opposed to mats with holes, which can cause the nails etc. to poke up, posing a hazard for them poking through operators’ footwear.

Working in a standing position, as it is common for production and assembly workplaces, provides few possibilities for movement and can therefore often have a negative effect on the productivity and health of employees.

Fortunately, anti-fatigue floor mats can assist.Anti-fatigue mats work by encouraging subtle movement of leg and calf muscles, which in turn, promotes an easier flow of blood back to the heart. They won’t be suffering from excessive back and joint aches and it can also reduce lost time from work and that benefits everyone.