Standards that certify a building's resilience to a pandemic are not only useful, but also necessary in the current context, according to 96% of employees surveyed by Romanian developer Genesis Property.
The survey, which has a sample of 1,208 respondents, further shows that 70% of employees are still concerned about the risks of spreading viruses and bacteria fueled by inefficient ventilation systems or inadequate sanitation of surfaces in their offices.
Ștefan Tudos, Vice President of Genesis Property, responsible for managing the client portfolio, says that most employees want to return to the office and pay more attention to factors related to the building’s health.
“Thus, a healthy working environment becomes a competitive advantage for employers in their strategy to attract and retain talent,” said Tudos.
Almost all surveyed employees said that certifications are important for office buildings, while more than 60% suggested that office buildings need facilities for relaxation and networking.
The survey was carried out in June 2021 on an online platform with respondents from all over the country. Almost 50% of the participants are women, about 70% are over 35 years old, and 43% have a net income higher than 3000 lei.
