During the last few months, the main risk that companies have faced for a safe return to face-to-face work is the contagion of their workers with the coronavirus virus. COVID-19 and its variants.
Therefore, comprehensive occupational health programs have become even more important and necessary in order to have a healthy and safe workplace; It is even necessary to have greater control in compliance with current regulations, surveillance plans, occupational examinations determined by Law No. 29783 on Safety and Health at Work, says Dr. Liz Cornejo, medical coordinator of Pulso Salud.
This medical specialty is considered a fundamental pillar in the development of a country, because it is aimed at the promotion and protection of workers’ health and the prevention of occupational accidents and illnesses caused by the risks of various economic activities.
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According to Dr. Cornejo, the main objective of occupational health is to ensure the health of workers, since human resources are the fundamental basis of an organization.
“Taking care of people in a comprehensive manner is essential for any company, and this must involve not only the physical and mental health of direct staff, but also their family environment, since all this has repercussions on their individual well-being and performance. successful in the company”, he refers.
In this sense, the specialist points out five reasons why companies should implement comprehensive occupational health programs:
- Promotes health prevention. Because it makes employers and collaborators aware of the importance of regular medical check-ups and a healthy lifestyle to prevent the development of pathologies.
- It prevents illnesses. By performing recurring exams on the health status of employees, it is possible to reduce the risk of developing conditions that have a great impact on their health, such as metabolic syndrome, diabetes, high blood pressure, cancer, among others. In addition, it allows to prevent and mitigate health risks, including those derived from new work modalities, as a result of COVID-19.
- improve productivity. This is because, with healthy collaborators, work absenteeism is reduced and, consequently, it is possible to comply with all the company’s activities and objectives.
- Promotes a commitment and loyalty of the collaborator towards the company. Since they feel cared for and safe in any emergency.
- Contributes to a suitable work environment. Because it contributes to the well-being of the worker, his work and social environment, both physically and mentally.
Likewise, Dr. Cornejo highlights the importance of having effective occupational health management capable of maintaining the vital force of companies and, therefore, the opportunity to move forward hand in hand with their collaborators.
