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Smart Business Moment

Political Activity on Duty

Don’t Mix Business with Politics

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Political Activity on Duty

Don’t Mix Business with Politics

The Hatch Act prohibits a Postal Service employee from engaging in political activity while on duty; while wearing a badge, uniform, or other insignia; while in a postal or Government building; or while in postal vehicle or using a privately-owned vehicle in the discharge of official duties.

Engaging in political activity while on duty will offend many of our customers and affect their shipping decisions.

Refraining from conduct that will offend our customers and violate the Hatch Act is smart business.

Contact the Ethics Office (ethics.help@usps.gov) for more information about the Hatch Act.

Alternate business moment

Revenue Generation

It All Adds Up

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Revenue Generation

It All Adds Up

The Postal Service generates $71 billion in annual revenue from the sale of products and services.
Protecting revenue is every employee’s responsibility.
Make sure all mail is paid for at the appropriate rate.
Submit leads for revenue assurance and protection opportunities to: HQRevenueAssurance@usps.gov

Protecting postal revenue helps ensure our financial future.

And that’s smart business.

Smart Safety Moment

Desk chair ergonomics

If the sit fits, take a seat.

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Desk chair ergonomics

If the sit fits, take a seat.

When working at a desk, adjust your chair so it’s comfortable. Sit with your body and head erect. Your upper arms should be vertical and your lower arms comfortably horizontal. Your wrists should be on an even line with your forearms. Keep feet flat and thighs horizontal to provide additional support for feet and legs.

Ergonomic postures can prevent musculoskeletal injuries that could result in lost work days or lost productivity.

And that’s smart safety!

For additional information or guidance, contact your safety office.

Alternate safety moment

Head protection

Heads up!

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Head protection

Heads up!

Head protection is required for employees who work in areas or at tasks where there is potential for head injury. Risks include falling objects, striking the head against low, stationary objects, bumping the head against a fixed object, accidental head contact with electrical hazards and any other tasks that pose a risk of head injury.

USPS ensures protective headwear complies with the American National Standard for Personnel Protection — Protective Headwear for Industrial Workers.

And that’s smart safety!

For additional information or guidance, contact your safety office.

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