Workplace health and wellbeing

Enhancing the well-being of employees by addressing the root causes of work-related health issues and supporting employers in creating healthier work environments

Workplace Health and Wellbeing focuses on strategies to improve employee health and reduce work-related illnesses. It addresses several key areas:

• Reducing Ill-Health from Work-Related Stress and Mental Ill Health: Investigating methods to mitigate the negative impacts of work-related stress and mental health issues. This includes developing interventions, support systems, and policies that promote mental well-being in the workplace.
• Preventing Work-Related Ill Health and Supporting Employer Actions: Exploring preventive measures to avoid work-related health issues and providing guidance for employers to implement effective health and safety practices. This involves creating a supportive work environment and promoting healthy work habits.
• Utilising Health, Work, and Exposure Data: Analysing data related to health, work conditions, and exposure to hazards to identify trends and risk factors. This data-driven approach helps in formulating strategies to reduce work-related ill health and improve overall workplace health standards.

This theme aims to enhance the well-being of employees by addressing the root causes of work-related health issues and supporting employers in creating healthier work environments.

It links with The University of Manchester's expertise in occupational psychology, occupational health, epidemiology and health records; and with HSE’s science programme on Health and Future Evidence.

Leadership

• UoM Lead: Anne Clayson
• HSE Lead: David Fishwick
• HSE Strategic Science Adviser: Yiqun Chen
• HSE Science Business Partner: Kerry Poole
• HSE ERCL lead: TBC