There is a lot of talk these days in relation to if businesses have a responsibility in identifying poor health habits in their workforce and therefore can facilitating a healthy workplace help minimise related issues. Numerous studies tell businesses that invest in the employees’ health and wellbeing will have a healthier, happier, more engaged and productive workforce. Reducing business costs of employee absences, presenteeism and injury can become a focus however there are other benefits. A Comcare report commences “Strong evidence shows that good employee health and wellbeing boosts organisational health.” Ok, sounds great yet what are signs of an unhealthy workplace and what can be done to address.
Signs that may indicate your workplace is an unhealthy one:
- Excessive or routine sick and personal leave
- A sedentary workforce is also at higher risk
- Overwork and stress further compound the problem
A Workplace Health Check performed by our experienced consultants/clinicians will help identify risks and modify employee health and behaviors. Alternatively implementing a targeted Work Health Program.
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