Best Practices: Transitioning EHS To A Total Worker Health Approach
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Executive Summary
A total worker health (TWH) programme adopts a holistic approach to ensure that workers remain safe, healthy and efficient, by integrating health promotion with safety measures. This strategy boosts productivity, reduces healthcare costs, and fosters a more engaged and resilient workforce. Organizations are increasingly recognizing the importance of TWH in enhancing employee wellbeing and productivity. This report will help EHS practitioners and human resources (HR) professionals understand how firms can effectively transition to a worker-centric, health-focused EHS programme, using advanced technologies. The report addresses key challenges and sets out strategies firms can take to achieve this transformation.A total worker health (TWH) approach is shifting EHS focus from compliance to employee care
Adopting a TWH approach enhances the work environment and employee wellbeing
Benefits of developing a TWH approach to safety
Developing a TWH programme based on people, processes and technologies
Creating a people-centric TWH programme for enhanced wellbeing, engagement and communication
Optimizing processes and workflows to develop a TWH approach
Leveraging technology to provide real-time health data, enhance workplace safety and proactively manage risks
Figure 2. EHS priority areas for the next two years
Figure 3. Key initiatives for enhancing long-term worker safety and wellbeing
Figure 4. Foundational elements of a TWH programme
Figure 5. Relevant technologies for a TWH approach
About the Authors
April Choy
Industry Analyst
April is an Industry Analyst at Verdantix, specializing in EHS&Q software and emerging technologies. She helps organizations navigate complex technology decisions, providi...
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Bill Pennington
VP Research
Bill is VP Research at Verdantix, where he leads analysis on the evolving and interconnected landscapes of EHS, quality, AI and enterprise risk management. His research helps ...
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