Overview
An 11-part graphic titled, “10 simple ways to create a healthy workforce,” with an introduction followed by 10 suggestions on boosting employee health grouped into five categories
Details/values
At the top of the graphic are 10 circular images, each of which contains a simple, white icon. These include:
- A potted plant
- Animal paws
- A running shoe
- A person stretching
- A stethoscope
- A syringe
- A beach chair and umbrella
- A no-smoking symbol
- An alarm clock
- A heart with a “zig-zagged” EKG line
Beneath the images are the title, “10 simple ways to create a healthy workforce,” and an introduction, which states:
For many small businesses the idea of a wellness program may seem out of reach or too costly to apply to your business. But the reality is that there are many easy ways to introduce healthier habits and promote better employee well-being without breaking the bank. Below are some simple ways to promote wellness in the workplace, help to reduce employee stress, increase productivity, and create a great company culture.
The next section is titled “Work Environment” and contains two blurbs:
The first, numbered “01,” shows a no smoking symbol followed by the headline, “Go smoke-free,” with content below stating, “If you don’t already have one, establish a “no smoking” policy for your workplace – and mean it. If you want to allow employees to smoke in certain areas, make sure to specify where. While most building are now designated as non-smoking, having an established policy and enforcing it will help to ensure a healthier culture.
The second, numbered “02,” shows a potted plant icon followed by the headline, “Bring plants to the office,” with content below stating, “Having plants in your workspace has been shown to increase productivity and reduce the number of sick days employees take each year. The increased oxygen produced by plants also helps to improve the quality of air, and the added décor offers a nice touch to make the workplace more welcoming.”
The next section is titled “Stress” and contains two blurbs:
The first, numbered “03,” shows an icon of a person stretching followed by the headline, “Take stretch breaks,” with content below stating, “No matter what they do, it’s important for your employees to take breaks every so often to stop and stretch. The increased circulation can help to improve blood flow and fights heart disease and risk of blood clots. Plus, it gives employees the opportunity to engage and collaborate throughout the day.”
The second, numbered “04,” shows an icon of a beach chair and umbrella followed by the headline, “Make sure employees take their vacation,” with content below stating, Taking regular time off can reduce stress increase productivity, and help prevent heart disease – just to name a few. This time away helps employees recharge and refresh, often returning to the workplace with renewed energy and investment into their goals.
The next section is titled “Culture” and contains two blurbs:
The first, numbered “05,” shows an icon of heart and an EKG line, followed by the headline, “Create a culture of wellness,” with content below stating, “Encourage employees to share health goals with the team. Some companies set up bulletin boards or internal websites for sharing everyone’s health goals. Doing this keeps people motivated – and inspires others to follow their example”
The second, numbered “06,” shows an icon of a tennis shoe, followed by the headline, “Start a walking competition,” with content below stating, “Walking regularly reduces the risk of chronic conditions and lowers stress. Many employees will do this for the competition, but adding an inexpensive weekly or monthly prize can increase engagement.”
The next section is titled “Illness and Injury” and contains two blurbs:
The first, numbered “07,” shows an icon of a stethoscope, followed by the headline, “Promote routine medical care,” with content below stating, “Many people don’t know that a lot of what sends them to the ER can be prevented by routine visits to an urgent care or primary care provider (and for a fraction of the price). Educate your employees on the importance of routine visits with their primary care provider, and not just when they are sick.”
The second, numbered “08,” shows an icon of a syringe, followed by the headline, “Hold a health fair or flu clinic,” with content below stating, “During cold and flu season, employers can help their employees take action to prevent the spread of germs by having a flu clinic at the workplace. Many local providers can administer flu shots to employees at the workplace, as well as provide general information about health practices to keep employees well.”
The final section is titled “Productivity” and contains two blurbs:
The first, numbered “09,” shows an icon of an alarm clock, followed by the headline, “Encourage flexible schedules,” with content below stating, “Letting your employees set their own hours – within reason – and work remotely when needed has been shown to reduce stress. Numerous studies have shown that allowing for more flex time in schedules creates greater job satisfaction and increases overall productivity.”
The second, numbered “10,” shows an icon of a pair of animal paw prints, followed by the headline, “Have a pet at work,” with content below stating, “If no one’s allergic, this is an easy – and free – way to reduce office stress, help employees be more productive, and promote a positive workplace attitude. While many offices have taken in a dog as a friendly company ambassador, birds, or fish are also well suited for the workplace without disrupting business.”
Presentation
The graphic is arranged as a long, vertical column with a title and circular images at the top of the column, and five rows beneath it. Each of those five rows has a title header and two blurbs, divided by a vertical line. For example, one row is titled “Injury and Illness” and contains blurbs 07 and 08, which are divided by a vertical line between them. Row headlines are featured in blue text, and blurb headlines are featured in light orange text. All of the circular images in this graphic are a solid-colored flat circle (in green, blue, dark orange, light orange, or purple) containing a simple, white, line-icon symbol.
