By Suleiman Tajudeen
…Continued from last week
CITIZENS COMPASS–…accidents, including causes and consequences.
Develop an Emergency Response Plan: Prepare for accidents and provide clear guidelines.
Train workers on First Aid: Equip workers with basic first aid skills.
Collaborate with Regulatory Agencies: Work with agencies like the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment.
Implement corrective actions: Address root causes and prevent future accidents.
Review and update safety policies: Regularly review and update safety policies and procedures.
Provide Support for affected workers: Offer counseling and support to workers affected by accidents.
Improving workers’ wellbeing in the Workplace in Nigeria is very important in a reliable organisation
Here are some of the important ways to improve workers’ wellbeing in the workplace in Nigeria:
Provide a safe working environment: Ensure a safe and healthy workspace.
Offer competitive compensation and benefits: Provide fair pay and benefits.
Foster a positive work culture: Encourage teamwork, respect, and open communication.
Provide opportunities for growth and development: Offer training and career advancement opportunities.
Promote work-life balance: Encourage flexible work arrangements and work-life balance.
Support mental health: Provide access to mental health resources and support.
Encourage feedback and suggestions: Foster an open-door policy and encourage worker feedback.
Recognise and reward workers: Acknowledge and reward workers’ contributions and achievements appropriately.
Provide access to healthcare: Offer health insurance or on-site health services.
Foster a sense of community: Encourage teamwork and social connections among workers.
By implementing these strategies, organizations in Nigeria can improve workplace safety, manage accidents effectively, and promote workers’ wellbeing.
References
International Labor Organisation (2021). Safety and Health at Work, available: https://www.ilo.org/global/topics/safety-and-health-at-work/lang–en/index.htm. Last accessed 10th May 2021. Retrieved 12th April, 2025.
Bureau of Labour Statistics United States Department of Labour (2014). American Time Use Survey. Economic News release. http://www.bls.gov/news.release/atus.nr0.htm. Last accessed 10th May 2021. Retrieved 10th April, 2025.
Dr Suleiman Tajudeen is CEO and Director of clinical psychology, Clear Mind Psychological Consult, Km 15, Badagry Expressway, Ojo, Lagos.
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