A Template for Worksite Health Promotion Based on a Three-year Case Study of a Large Corporation and Union

health promotion program;manufacturing company;corporate organization;implementation;College of Arts and Sciences: Public Administration

Karjalainen, TerryFlint ;

University of Michigan

关键词: health promotion program;    manufacturing company;    corporate organization;    implementation;    College of Arts and Sciences: Public Administration;   

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瑞士|英语

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【 摘 要 】

The purpose of this study is to describe a successful model for the implementationof a health promotion program for a company;;s entire work force. The intent is to provide a template based on the writer;;s experience of implementing a health promotion program at a large manufacting company, in conjunction with the labor unions representing the employees. This model can be extrapolated to any organization abd can be monitored with measurable results. This study will review longitudinal data gathered from this joint corporate and union program. This program is the largest, most omprehensive of its kind and has proven successful in reducing health risks among both blue-collar (hourly) employees and white-collar (salaried) employees. The study will also include a review of current literature on health promotion programs that adds some comparison to this program. This study suggests that promoting wellness in a formal program wellness that addresses health risk reduction can be a factor in increasing productivity and decreasing absenteeism, both of which are positive influences on the bottom line of any organization