The World of Wellbeing: advice for OSH practitioners

IOSH podcast

In this episode, Dr Chris Davis discusses the multifaceted concept of workplace wellbeing, emphasising its importance in creating a supportive work environment. He explores the definition of wellbeing, the significance of psychosocial risks, insights from the OECD forum, challenges in measuring wellbeing, and the ethical considerations surrounding surveillance. The conversation also touches on the impact of hybrid working, future trends in workplace wellbeing, and the necessity for organisations to prioritise employee wellbeing to attract and retain talent.

Takeaways

• Wellbeing encompasses all aspects of life, not just work.
• Safety and health are core components of wellbeing.
• Psychosocial risks are crucial to address in the workplace.
• The OECD forum highlighted major trends affecting wellbeing.
• Measuring wellbeing is challenging but essential for progress.
• Surveillance can be beneficial but raises ethical concerns.
• Hybrid working has changed perceptions of wellbeing.
• Younger workers demand more from their employers regarding wellbeing.
• Wellbeing should be viewed as a fundamental right.
• Organisational culture plays a key role in employee wellbeing.