Do office reopenings mean a return to the 'old normal'?

Do office reopenings mean a return to the 'old normal'? “As much as I miss my coworkers and the interaction with them, I don't believe public transport is safe… There's no way people can stay safe if they're forced back into such confined spaces.” In Beijing, Hongqin Zhu says her company has not allowed employees to work from home, forcing her to take public transport to her office. “No one is in any rush to go back to the workplace if there are no processes or barriers in reducing Covid-19’s spread at the workplace.” In England, Bob Ferns says, “People will need to know that maximum safety measures have been put in place, not just wiping down the desks and door handles.” Tze-Ern Chua from Singapore points out that in addition to employers implementing measures that reduce risk of infection, there should be a substantial need for employees to return in order to justify it. In addition to helping employees feel safe and trusted, it would reduce the number of people in the office at any one time.” Getty Images Many readers say they are concerned about whether offices are taking adequate safety measures Since he can perform his job just as well remotely, Matt Sirrine from California says there is no reason for him to go back in and risk exposure. I want to believe that a combined way of working could be more productive.” In Manchester, Olivia Fisher’s company has already given employees these options: “We are working alternately in the office and at home.