Chapter 23 Aids In The Workplace

Question 1

What are the effect of HIV and AIDS in the workplace

Answer 1

High mobility and mortality rates.

Increases absenteeism to care for sick members.

Increased labour turnover through death or early retirement

Low staff morale

Culture of stigma and fear of infection

Loss of productivity

Decrease of work performance

Question 2

What are the tasks for HIV and AIDS strategies in the workplace

Answer 2

Stage 1: establish a representative HIV and AIDS team
Stage 2: access risks and impact of HIV
Stage 3: access current preparedness
Stage 4: develop and implement a HIV and AIDS policy
Stage 5: develop and implement an integrated HIV and AIDS programme
Stage 6: monitor evaluate and review policy and programmes.