There are six areas you should focus on when thinking about the mental health and wellbeing of people in a workplace. As every business is different, some of the areas of focus might not apply to your workplace.
Leadership and accountability
Leaders in a workplace are responsible for showing everyone else how to do things. They need to lead the way by showing how safety, mental health and wellbeing is a key focus for the business.
Culture
Workplace culture can mean different things to everyone. But it’s important to focus on a positive workplace culture. This can include promoting diversity, inclusion, respect, collaboration, and reward and recognition. It’s also important for workers and teams to feel a sense of meaning and purpose in their work.
Policies and practices
Many workplaces have procedures, policies and practices in place. When creating or reviewing these policies, think about employee mental health and wellbeing.
Education and capability
Workers understand their own mental health and wellbeing. They also know how to help others. You can help your workers understand mental health and wellbeing though:
- training sessions,
- formal education
- raising awareness of the stigma around mental ill-health.
Inclusion
All workers have equal opportunities to take part in the workplace. This will help workers create healthy and respectful relationships at work.
Risk prevention
Workplaces take measures to reduce all potential harm in the workplace. Please see WorkSafe for further guidance.
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