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With our hybrid policy, there are a lot of potential environments where our people can work. Each has its considerations regarding workplace safety, ergonomics, and industrial hygiene.

All employees and managers are required to review SafetyHub and ergonomics guidance:

Before beginning hybrid work
When there are changes to the hybrid work designation
Annually

If considering a hybrid workplace or applying for a change, employees must first ensure they’ve acknowledged the flexible work policy, confirming their remote workplace designation complies with Microsoft safety standards.

In all Microsoft locations and work environments, managers matter to health and safety. We equip people managers to recognize and respond to the mental and emotional wellbeing of their employees. Microsoft’s “Model, Coach, Care” framework, published through Microsoft WorkLab, is grounded in research showing that 70% of employees across 10 countries said their manager had the greatest impact on their mental health. Dedicated support is also available through partner experts and clinicians, making professional mental health accessible to employees and their families.

Also, be sure to check local OHS SafetyHub websites for specific guidance.

Workplaces outside the office include:

Home office

Whether employees work from home full time or sporadically, these tips can help ensure their home office meets similar health and safety standards to Microsoft facilities.

Note: this is intended to be used with local health and safety guidance. If there are conflicts, follow the country's guidance first.

Evaluate a workspace for health and safety

Develop an emergency evacuation plan for a home office and ensure you have a first aid kit and fire extinguishers available.
Review homeowner, renters or equivalent insurance to understand coverage.
Make sure the workspace is free from safety hazards, such as slip, trip and fall hazards and no damaged electrical installations.
Understand where to report injuries and illnesses that occur while working from home.
Inform managers of any changes to a home or neighborhood that could impact health and safety.

Assess the workspace's ergonomics

See the Ergonomics page for more information.

Establish a daily routine

Take regular breaks throughout the day.
Stay connected with managers and colleagues.

Update an address

Employees must verify their home address and emergency contacts so Microsoft can contact them while they are working from home to ensure they are safe during emergencies.

Laboratory

Working in a lab presents different risks than working in an office, so it's essential all employees working in a lab follows proper safety protocol. Employees should also connect with their lab manager to ensure they are up to date on their lab's latest health and safety requirements. It's important to review risk assessments and procedures for equipment, chemicals and processes used in labs to ensure understanding of safety controls.

Datacenters

When working at a datacenter, employee awareness of their surroundings and equipment is an important part of minimizing risk. Datacenters present unique risks compared to those in an office, so it's important employees follow proper safety protocol.

Log in to learn more about health and safety in datacenters.

Customer sites

When working at a customer site, employees should contact their host about evacuation routes and safety and emergency procedures, including whether personal protective equipment (PPE) is needed. If the host provides a workstation, use our ergonomics resources to assess the environment.

Travel safety

Employees’ jobs aren’t limited to what they do on-site at a Microsoft campus or customer location. Many Microsoft employees spend just as much—if not more—time on the clock in a car, plane or train. Staying safe and healthy is as critical while traveling as it is anywhere else.