Working environments have changed dramatically over the past 50 years and this has produced a workforce that is far more productive than in any other era.
In achieving all these commercial and economic successes, humans have been the casualty in that they work longer hours, often have sedentary mechanised jobs, are fatigued or stressed, have less leisure and family time, less time for sports or exercise, and ultimately do not look after themselves. This contributes to diminished health for the worker and eventually manifests to become a burden on employers and society at large in huge health costs.
To reverse this downward spiral, a multi-faceted approach to health and wellbeing is essential in the 21st century to ensure optimum health for all individuals. Many employers are now recognising that implementing positive lifestyle and wellness programs for employees is invaluable both socially and economically.
Independent Injury Solutions can develop a Wellness Program designed in close consultation with employers and employees aimed at assessing the Occupational Health and Safety risks in a workplace and employee health issues to facilitate overall health and well-being in the workplace.
As a component of the Wellness Program, Independent Injury Solutions can provide the following services depending on the need of the workplace:
• Nutritional advice and education for weight loss
• Work conditioning and exercise programs
• Quit smoking training (Refer to Training Services for details)
• Stress management training (Refer to Training Services for details)
• Conflict resolution training (Refer to Training Services for details)
• Training specific to identified risks in the workplace (Refer to Training Services for details)
