Mental health problems and climate change are injecting risk into some workplaces, adding to the more traditional concerns about work-related injuries and illnesses for companies. Transforming Occupational Health with the right expertise, a new whitepaper promoting the medical directorship services from TELUS Health, says there is specialized expertise and knowledge that companies can access when they engage an occupational health physician to help.
The doctors TELUS is promoting, help to build safety programs using their combination of clinical expertise and organizational health knowledge. “These physicians don’t just treat workplace injuries – they help organizations design and implement comprehensive health strategies that reduce risks, improve outcomes and protect both workers and business interests,” the whitepaper states.
It also briefly discusses the training these physicians have, the scope of their practice and how they help to transform organizational health and safety.
The paper also points to research which shows that workplace health promotion programs return up to $3 for every $1 invested, thanks to reduced injuries, lower insurance premiums and improved productivity. They also say companies that score well on employee well-being measures tend to outperform other companies financially.
“A robust safety culture is the cornerstone of a thriving, productive workplace,” the report states. “Exhaustive health programs, backed by leadership support, drive engagement and productivity while minimizing healthcare costs.”
