Today the Boorman Review launches its national call for evidence so NHS trusts, leaders and experts can provide information on the health of employees, to ascertain which management initiatives, policies and aprroaches to wellbeing are failing, so occupational health proctices across the profession can be reviewed .
Respondents will be asked what could be done to make a positive difference to staff wellbeing and what are the barriers to a healthier workforce. The will also be given the opportunity to put forward suggestions on how to improve the situation.
The question will be put forward as to how managers and the HR function should address health and wellbeing in the NHS, and how wellbeing should be measured.
The survey follows Dame Carol Black's review of the the health of the UK's working age population and builds on the NHS' commitment to improve the health of its staff.
Steve Boorman, lead reviewer, said: "In commissioning this review, the NHS has demonstrated an admirable commitment to ensuring the wellbeing of its workforce. We are calling for all NHS trusts and staff to answer this call and help make our recommendations as practical and extensive as possible."
And Dame Carol Black added: "The NHS has the largest workforce in the UK and has a key role in promoting a culture of improved health and wellbeing among staff , where everyone has the opportunity to participate in work and make a difference to the quality of their own and, and other people's lives."
