A water cooler within the office offers a range of benefits. Some benefits help employers more than others. Employees need water for energy, which helps maintain focus. Meanwhile, employers need top-performing employees to meet their production needs. Employers who want to remain proactive and keep their employees energised should invest in an office water fountain. Employees will not have to leave the office for a refreshing drink. For some employees, a cooler provides a place for a mini-meeting. They learn about company changes and know about new employees. Some employees view having access to free, tasty water as a perk.

Employers must decide on the type of water fountain for purchase. The bottled water unit uses a tank, while the bottleless unit attaches a filter to the office’s water supply. The bottled water will costs more for on-going purchases. All employers must make another decision when deciding on a water cooler. If an employer purchases a bottled water unit, a cleaning schedule should be implemented. This helps reduce cross-contamination among the employees, employers and office guests. For example, use gentle cleansers, such as bleach with cold water. The bottle should be rinsed out with hot water and allowed to dry before use.
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