Sustainable employability in physically demanding work
Physically demanding work poses a challenge to the sustainable employability and vitality of employees in sectors such as construction, healthcare and logistics. Work in these sectors is often physically intensive and therefore poses risks to the health and long-term employability of employees.
Importance of sustainable employability in physically demanding work
Physically demanding work can lead to health problems such as back pain, muscle and joint pain and, in the long run, burnout. Often these complaints do not appear until it is too late and the employee is already experiencing pain. In addition, employees have to work much longer, but of course they want to reach retirement age fit and healthy.
Focusing on sustainable employability in physically demanding work offers the following solutions:
- Lower absenteeism rates
- Increased productivity
- Promoting job satisfaction
- Cost savings
5 tips to improve sustainable employability in physically demanding work
1. Prevention and ergonomics
A good start in creating a vital, vital and ergonomic work environment. Think workplace optimization and health check
2. Physical and mental support
Encourage a healthy lifestyle with where employees exercise and eat a balanced diet. In addition, provide mental support through coaching, mental health interventions or stress management.
3. Training and development
4. Ensure that your employees can continue to learn and grow by offering them courses on new technologies or efficient working methods. This way they learn about new ways to make physical work easier or how processes can be better designed.
5. Flexible work arrangement
For older employees or employees with physical limitations, adjusting working hours or tasks can provide relief from heavy work. Consider part-time work or schedule adjustments or a move to less taxing positions.
6. The conversation and engagement
An open organizational culture ensures that employees feel safe to give feedback and share their problems.
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