The Health and Productivity Institute of Australia (HAPIA) reports that workplace health programs result in improved productivity.
HAPIA reports a:
- 25% average decrease in sick leave absenteeism
- 40% decrease in workers compensation costs (which can be a huge drain on costs of business )
- 24% decrease in disability management costs
- $5.81 savings for every $1 invested in employee wellbeing
The main drivers for work health programs
According to HAPIA the main drivers for implementing work health programs are:
- reducing absence and improving employee productivity
- managing an ageing workforce
- improving workforce morale and engagement
- reducing workers compensation costs
- demonstrating corporate social responsibility
- being an ‘employer of choice’
The benefits of such programs according to HAPIA
- greater job satisfaction
- reduced staff-related costs
- improved employee engagement
- less absenteeism
- higher productivity and ultimately
- higher profits
To learn more about the workplace health programs we offer, please phone 02 9290 3259.
