Health Tick

Encouraging your employees to take health precautions in these colder months can save you time and money. Making the flu jab accessible to your staff boosts their immunity and can reduce time spent away from work. Talk to us about how you can make things easier for your business this cold and flu season.

The effects of occupational hazards may not be quickly realised and can prove deadly. Our services are designed to help you identify and manage workplace health risks to minimise harm. Give us a call today.

https://www.nzdoctor.co.nz/article/undoctored/call-action-over-exposure-cancer-causing-agents-work

Call to action over exposure to cancer-causing agents at work Experts say the results of the New Zealand Carcinogens Survey revealing the extent to which New Zealanders experience cancer-causing substances highlight the need for urgent action to reduce exposure and improve care

Could you be doing more in your workplace to take both the physical and mental health of your employees seriously? We can help you create meaningful strategies for your workplace.

https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/wellbeing/300907682/need-a-mental-health-day-but-dont-want-to-tell-your-boss-youre-not-alone

Need a mental health day but don't want to tell your boss? You’re not alone ANALYSIS: Despite there being greater understanding about mental health, many of us still don't want our manager to know when we're struggling.

A survey released by Frog Recruitment revealed more than half (52%) of surveyed Kiwis go to work when they feel sick. Encouraging your employees to stay home when unwell is best practice for them and your business!

https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/BU2306/S00199/presenteeism-vs-absenteeism-more-than-half-of-kiwi-workers-are-guilty-of-going-to-work-sick.htm

‘Presenteeism Vs Absenteeism’ - More Than Half Of Kiwi Workers Are Guilty Of Going To Work Sick. In a survey conducted this month, Frog Recruitment asked 1,500 Kiwi workers if they go to work even when they feel sick, and more than half (52%) admitted they are guilty of being germ spreaders in the workplace. Frog Recruitment Managing Director Shannon ...

Finding the best solutions to keep your workforce happy and healthy can be a difficult task. We help by working with you to create bespoke occupational health plans and policies, meaning less confusion and more productivity!

https://www.hcamag.com/nz/specialisation/diversity-inclusion/being-flexible-about-flexible-working-in-2023/448877

Being flexible about flexible working in 2023 Legal considerations, best practices for flexible arrangements

“Health and wellness in a business is like planting a tree – invest in the right place and you’ll reap the benefits in the long term – in so many different ways.” - Katrina Shanks. Learn about why strong workplace health and wellness policies are important for your business and come talk to us!

https://www.stuff.co.nz/business/prosper/advice/300894845/planting-a-tree-why-investing-in-health-and-wellness-for-your-business-is-important

Planting a tree: Why investing in health and wellness for your business is important OPINION: Some health and wellness policies are great. Some leave a bit to be desired.

The flu vaccine is the best defence against the flu, and we’ve made it easier for you to protect your team so they can keep doing what they do best! Our new online flu vaccine voucher system is a quick and easy way for our customers to book staff for a flu vaccination at their local Unichem or Life Pharmacy. Stay well!

It’s no secret that workplaces affect the health of workers but the health of workers also affects the health of your workplace. As your greatest resource, it pays to look after your employees. Talk so us about your occupational health policies and practices.

https://www.hcamag.com/nz/specialisation/mental-health/overworked-employees-face-higher-risks-of-stroke-heart-disease-report/447600

Overworked employees face higher risks of stroke, heart disease: report Warning comes amid staggering numbers of overworked Kiwis

The NZ Government has released a small business mental health tool with which you can assess your workplace wellness. It’s good to check in and identify areas for improvement, it’s even better to get the tools to create meaningful change – we can help with that!

https://www.newsroom.co.nz/wrong-headspace-govt-launches-small-business-mental-health-tool?utm_source=Newsroom&utm_campaign=b8847b7f7d-Daily_Briefing+29.05.2023&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_71de5c4b35-b8847b7f7d-97990694

Wrong headspace? Govt launches small business mental health tool A new internet-based tool is aimed at helping small business owners deal with stress, particularly around prioritising their time

A report by workplace design from Unispace has found 70% of Kiwi workers said they experienced burn out compared to the global average of 59%. Talk to us about strategies to proactively manage the health of your workforce.

https://www.stuff.co.nz/business/132127430/nz-workers-are-more-likely-to-suffer-burnout-than-in-any-other-country--report-finds

NZ workers are more likely to suffer burnout than in any other country - report finds Seventy per cent of Kiwi workers said they had experienced burn out compared to the global average of 59%.