A workplace that is psychologically healthy and safe will respect and listen to workers, act on their concerns, and provide opportunities for workers to have some control over their work. This often results in fewer work-related injuries and illnesses, less time loss and shorter time off work when injuries and illnesses occur, less absenteeism, and more productive and engaged workers. It’s time to help workplaces know this too.
This free webinar for employers who are looking to improve the psychological health and safety of their workplaces is offered as part of our Safety & Health Week awareness promotion and resources for 2022. It also coincides Mental Health Week in Canada.
Workplace Consultant Marc DesRoches will take you through:
- What are psychologically healthy and safe (PHS) workplaces?
- The human and business Impact of poor psychological health and safety at work
- The 13 workplace psychosocial factors linked to supporting employee psychological health and safety
- How to get started adopting these practices
Marc has 13 years of combined experience in workplace safety and return-to-work management. Prior to joining WCB Nova Scotia in 2013 Marc worked in Federal, construction, off-shore transport and oil and gas sectors, which provided a wealth of knowledge he continues to share with the Nova Scotia employers in his current role as a Workplace Consultant. Marc is also WCB’s project lead on the Psychologically Health and Safe Workplace initiative aimed at creating more awareness of psychological well-being and understanding of mental health in the workplace.