Work health is important because it’s the law. More and more companies notice that productivity loss is the result of declining health of their employees. Not only should employees’ physical health be in check, but their mental and emotional health, too.
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Occupational health and safety endeavors promote and cultivate a healthy and safe work environment for all persons in the work field. Other than helping protect employers and employees, these advocacies also look after other persons who might possibly be affected in the workplace environment. In the United States, “occupational health and safety” refers to occupational health and occupational and non-occupational safety, including activities outside the workplace.
A 60 percent decrease in workplace deaths and a 40 percent downturn in workplace illnesses and injuries were noted since the implementation of the Occupational Safety and Health Act. Now, organizations work toward providing their employees with avenues that proactively support physical and mental health to promote engagement and increase productivity, and as a result, reducing absenteeism in the workplace.
Companies must make a conscious effort to reduce workplace anxiety triggers, help their staff improve their resilience, coping skills, and physical and mental well-being, guide them in building their own health awareness, encourage them to become more physically active, and assist them in choosing healthier options. Another thing that organizations are doing to improve their employees’ holistic health is providing them access to devices for managing personal, relational, financial, and other challenges.
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Captain Martin Sanders has more than 12 years of service in the occupational safety and health sector. He possesses extensive experience in biological defense activities and infectious disease outbreak investigation. For similar reads, subscribe to his blog.
