Marvin OnumonuA new set of principles for workplace health and wellbeing leadership has been published to help improve employee health through better leadership, active worker involvement and collaborative working.
The principles were put together by the Workplace Health and Wellbeing Leadership Working Group, which was set up after the Health and Safety Executive’s Prevention 2024 summit.
The group includes the Health and Safety Executive and representatives from the major hazard industry, such as the Chemical Business Association, Chemical Industries Association, GMB Union, Grain LNG, National Gas, the Tank Storage Association, Unite the Union and Yorkshire Water.
The launch marks a joint commitment to workforce wellbeing and aims to encourage cross-industry collaboration, sharing best practice and key learnings to push for ongoing improvement.
Ken Rivers, non-executive board member for the Health and Safety Executive, said: “These Principles of Workplace Health and Wellbeing Leadership represent a significant step forward in how we approach occupational health across the major hazard industries.
“By bringing together regulators, industry leaders and trade unions, we have created a framework that builds on the sector’s proven track record in process safety leadership.
“I am pleased to have contributed to this collaborative effort, which I believe will help businesses protect their most valuable asset; their people.”
Stephen Elliott, CEO of the Chemical Industries Association, said: “The future of our industry is built on people – their energy, creativity, and resilience.
“These Workplace Health & Wellbeing Principles are a call to action in shaping workplaces where every individual can flourish.
“By embracing wellbeing as a shared commitment, we unlock potential, spark innovation, and create a culture that inspires pride and purpose.”
Elliott added: “Together, we can lead the way in setting a new standard – one where thriving people drive thriving businesses.”
Peter Davidson, CEO of the Tank Storage Association, said: “The Tank Storage Association has played an active role in the Working Group since its inception.
“These principles reflect our firm commitment to workforce wellbeing and cross-industry collaboration.
“I am proud to support this important initiative on behalf of the bulk storage and energy infrastructure sector.”
