2. Developing Workplace Health Policy Date Name

3. Overview Introduction to policy Workplace health policy Policy examples Support, tools and resources

4. Introduction to Policy What is policy? “… a law, regulation, procedure, administrative action, incentive, or voluntary practice of governments and other institutions.” (CDC, 2013)

5. Workplace Health Policy Why it policy important? Demonstrates commitment to health

6. Workplace Health Policy What does it look like? Single topic Comprehensive

7. Workplace Health Policy Why develop it? Demonstrate commitment Act as a mechanism for change Establish context Provide legitimization

8. Workplace Health Policy Why develop it? Establish durability Justify use of resources Ensure health and safety Provide clarification

9. Policy Examples Single topic – tobacco Since the dangers of second-hand smoke have been well substantiated, all (workplace) facilities are smoke-free areas, at all times

10. Policy Examples Single topic – pregnancy The (workplace) recognizes and supports the unique circumstances of employees who become pregnant. Management works with employees to ensure mutually agreeable hours of work, breaks and assignments to support a healthy pregnancy outcome

11. Policy Examples Comprehensive health The (workplace) is committed to promoting and maintaining the well-being of employees

12. Developing Policy Establish commitment from key players Establish good communication networks Develop a first draft and gather input from key stakeholders

13. Developing Policy Revise first draft and gather input from employees Finalize draft and get final approval Develop an implementation plan and launch the policy

14. Developing Policy Monitor and evaluate the policy

15. Support, tools and resources www.nwhu.on.ca Northwestern Health Unit –1-800-830-5978 –Local office

16. References Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. October 2013. “Workplace Health Promotion”. Retrieved from: http://www.cdc.gov/workplacehealthpromotion/businesscase/benefit s/ (February 4, 2013) http://www.cdc.gov/workplacehealthpromotion/businesscase/benefit s/ Minister of Public Works and Government Services Canada.1998. “Developing a Comprehensive Health Policy: Why and How - A Guide for the Workplace”.

17. Simcoe County Workplace Wellness Network. 2002. “Policy: The Key to a Healthy Workplace”. Retrieved from: www.projecthealth.ca (February 6, 2013).www.projecthealth.ca The Health Communication Unit. 2009. “Policy Development at a Glance”. Retrieved from: http://www.thcu.ca/infoandresources/resource_display.cfm?resource ID=1014 (February 6, 2014) http://www.thcu.ca/infoandresources/resource_display.cfm?resource ID=1014