The ACT Government’s Healthier Work program, being rolled out today, will help employers create healthy and safe work environments, Mick Gentleman, ACT Minister for Industrial Relations and Workplace Safety, said.

“The ACT Government is committed to improving our working environments and that starts with good work,” Mr Gentleman said. “The Healthier Work program provides practical support for Canberra businesses wanting to improve employee wellbeing.

When a business joins the program, they sign the Healthier Work pledge, committing to protecting, supporting and promoting good mental and physical health in their workplace, the minister explained.

“Resources to support both mental and physical safety in workplaces are provided throughout the program. Leadership advice, networking opportunities, and access to experienced Healthier Work advisors are also key parts of the program.”

Healthier Work participant Parbery were looking for new ways to improve their wellbeing supports.

“The Healthier Work program helps us achieve our goals,” managing partner Kylie Burnett said. “We love getting the newsletters and learning what other workplaces are doing – we love sharing our ideas, too.

“Everyone goes through ups and downs. Being a Healthier Work workplace doesn’t mean those ups and downs don’t happen, it just means that we can bounce back quicker.”

To join the Healthier Work program, Canberra businesses can visit the Healthier Work website www.healthierwork.act.gov.au.