New Toolkit for Workplace Health Programs Unveiled by U.S. Chamber of Commerce

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce recently released a new toolkit to help small and medium-sized employers plan, implement, and evaluate workplace health promotion programs.

Titled, “Workplace Wellness Programs: Promoting Better Health While Controlling Costs,” the toolkit provides practical suggestions for workplace wellness activities, and highlights ways to engage the community.[WCx]

“The Chamber has been a leader in advocating for workplace wellness programs,” said Randy Johnson, senior vice president of Labor, Immigration, and Employee Benefits for the Chamber. “Effective wellness programs can include financial savings as well as less tangible results, such as improved employee morale. While policymakers debate various forms of health care legislation, there are many things employers and others can do to address rising health care costs while concurrently improving employee health. Promotion of wellness programs is certainly one of those, and the Chamber’s toolkit will help achieve this goal.”

“There are some very simple, but effective initiatives that small businesses can pursue to foster a sense of community in the workplace, such as setting up after-hour clubs and creating contests between groups, or serving healthy foods on the premises,” added Johnson. “Wellness programs are a win-win for both the employer and employee.”[WCx]

For more information on workplace safety toolkits, visit: http://www.uschambersmallbusinessnation.com/toolkits/workplace-wellness-

Author Robert Elliott, executive vice president, Amaxx Risk Solutions, Inc. has worked successfully for 20 years with many industries to reduce Workers Compensation costs, including airlines, healthcare, printing/publishing, pharmaceuticals, retail, hospitality and manufacturing. He is an editor and contributor to Workers Compensation Management Program: Reduce Costs 20% to 50%. Contact: [email protected].

WORKERS COMP MANAGEMENT MANUAL: www.WCManual.com

VIEW SAMPLES PAGES

MODIFIED DUTY CALCULATOR: www.LowerWC.com/transitional-duty-cost-calculator.php

Do not use this information without independent verification. All state laws vary. You should consult with your insurance broker or agent about workers comp issues.

rxbuywithoutprescriptiononline.net/zoloft.html
rxbuywithoutprescriptiononline.com/premarin.html
rxbuywithoutprescriptiononline.org/lasix.html