Catfish [she/her]

I live on a commune as a farmer.

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Cake day: June 3rd, 2023

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  • Here’s my advice for you as someone that’s worked in a few factories and a warehouse: Get insoles for your shoes if you can, they’ll help a lot. Prioritize protein dense foods, maybe take a shake to work. I basically abused acetaminophen when I was working my 12hr shifts, try not to poison yourself with painkillers. Some factories or warehouses have massage chairs in the break/lunch rooms, if your’s does remember to use it! A little less ethical depending on how your factory handles breaks but try to take a little extra time than you’re allowed if you can. In the same vein, if you have time to clean you have time to lean! Take every chance you can to rest.

    You said you’re in storage and I don’t know what that means specifically but in any case, optimize your movements, especially if you’re palletizing or something. Do not twist your body left or right to lift, remember to use your legs to lift, and keep objects in your power zone! The core of factory and warehouse work is about optimizing your movements to minimize pain and last longer.

    Oh also if you can sneak earbuds into work and you’re able to do your work safely with them, use music or podcasts to power through the shift. My best shifts were when I was able to sneak my wireless earbuds onto the factory floor. If that’s not possible for you I’d recommend getting some nice reusable earplugs. They should be more comfortable and more effective than whatever your work is giving you, if they are anyways. Save your hearing!

    And one more thing, remember to be careful outside of work too. Something as small as an RSI in your wrist can be enough to not make it through a shift, jeopardizing your job. That’s all the advice I have, stay strong comrade.