HB Blog

The logistics and transport sector encompasses a wide range of occupations, each facing unique challenges when it comes to physical and mental wellbeing.

It might seem like the nature of their work means wellbeing compliance is enough for temporary staff, but that logic might be backwards.

Even thriving firms can fall victim to the hidden risks of high-pressure work and sedentary behaviour.

Research shows organisational leaders can improve wellbeing in two key ways: by prioritising their own mental health and by learning how to support the wellbeing of others.

In sectors where desk and computer work are the norm, we see similarities in physical wellbeing issues. Mental health concerns, on the other hand, are more varied.

Whether it's a holistic approach or a targeted short session, evidence suggests organisations should invest in wellbeing education and support for managers.

The research shows physical and mental health influence one another deeply, so it’s best to have a holistic approach.

Discover key considerations for wellbeing program choice, and observations and case studies demonstrating how employers may maximise workforce attraction, retention, and productivity, while delivering a ROI.

A compliant, effective approach to workplace health and safety should address both physical and mental health. Especially since, in construction, there are documented links between the two.