July Resource of the Month
Integrated Approaches to Worker Safety and Wellbeing
A Framework for Safer, Healthier, More Resilient Workplaces
At Wellbeing Think Tank, we believe workplace wellbeing isn’t just about one-off wellness programs, it’s about embedding safety, health, and care into the fabric of how we work. That’s why this month, we’re spotlighting a practical guide from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health: Implementing an Integrated Approach: Weaving Worker Health, Safety, and Well-being into the Fabric of Your Organization.
This evidence-based resource is a go-to framework for employers seeking to align their safety initiatives with broader wellbeing goals. Developed by experts at the Harvard Center for Work, Health, & Well-being, the guide provides actionable strategies to break down silos between health promotion and hazard prevention, ensuring a more holistic, human-centered approach to organizational health.
Why We Love It:
The Executive summary distills a rigorous framework into clear recommendations, making it accessible for HR professionals, safety officers, and wellbeing champions alike. It also reinforces a message we stand by - worker wellbeing can’t thrive without safe, supportive working conditions.
Key Pillars in the Framework:
Leadership Commitment to employee safety, health, and well-being
Employee Participation in planning and decision-making
Focus on Working Conditions, not just individual behavior
Integrated Organizational Systems that break down silos
Adherence to Regulations and Ethical Standards
Data-Driven Evaluation and continuous improvement
Practical Uses:
Whether you’re building your first integrated wellbeing strategy or refining an existing one, this guide helps anchor your efforts in proven practices. It’s especially useful for aligning teams across HR, safety, operations, and leadership around shared goals.
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