VINLEC’s Health and Safety Day promotes safety in the workplace

Chief Health promotion officer in the Ministry of Health and the Environment Patsy Wyllie says that both employer and employee have a joint responsibility for promoting and ensuring workplace safety.

Wyllie’s made the remarks May 19, while speaking at a Health Social hosted by St Vincent Electricity Services Limited to commemorate the company’s Health and Wellness Day.{{more}}

According to Wyllie, while companies have the responsibility for developing policies and providing the necessary safety gear and equipment, employees should ensure they adhere to the safety guidelines and rules. She noted that in examining health and safety at the workplace, both physical and mental health should be carefully considered. Wyllie said that a healthy workforce will ultimately lead to less sick days, less work related injuries and improved production and profits.

VINLEC’s Health and Safety Day was hosted in keeping with the company’s mandate to promote a culture of health and safety companywide. Throughout the day, a number of other activities took place, including blood pressure and blood sugar checks, an exhibition showcasing non-communicable diseases and a fitness demonstration. The attendees also had the opportunity to sample healthy food and drinks.