Exam 1- PP:3 Flashcards
What is a vision statement?
A short, succinct statement of what the WHPP intends to become:
EX: “To have the healthiest and most productive workforce in our industry”
What is a mission statement?
- Describes the steps that move your strategic planning process from present to future
- Usually longer, multi-dimensional
- Reflects organizations philosophy, purpose, goals, and commitment for achieving the vision
EX: “The employee wellness program provides opportunities, services and resources for employees, spouses, and retirees to make healthy lifestyle choices. Its purpose is to help improve health-risk status and control health-related costs, with special emphasis on less-fit and at-risk participants.”
What does a mission statement need to include?
Who we are- ex: Employee Wellness Program
What we do- ex: Provide opportunities and resources
General Population- ex: Employee, spouses, retirees
Objective- ex: Healthy lifestyle choices
Employee health goal- ex: Improve health risk status
Organizational health goal - ex: Control health related costs
Target population -ex: Less-fit or at risk
When setting appropriate goals, what is a useful acronym to help you construct them?
S.M.A.R.T.
Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Timely
Examples of Objectives regarding S.M.A.R.T. goals
- Identify the population at risk. In this case, the population is male who have at least two risk factors for heart disease
- Conduct an analysis of medical claims & HRAs
- Develop a heart health program with screenings and education, along with a walking program with financial incentives
- Inform employees and publicize with emails, bulletin boards, paycheck stuffers
When should the objectives be constructed?
After the goals have been established.
-The are considered stepping stones to complete the goals.
Major types of health promotion programs?
Physical Activity programs Nutrition Programs Weight Control programs Back Health Programs Smoking Cessation Programs Medical Self Care Programs Financial “Fitness” Programs Stress Management Programs
What is the most common type of program at worksites?
Physical activity programs?
What are some “budget savvy” ideas for constructing and administering a program?
Review product literature
Consult with other personnel on best practices
Use what you have as much as possible
ex: stair walking class
What is a liability waiver?
Designed to protect a facility from a lawsuit in the event of ordinary negligence.
Components of a liability waiver
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What are the two leading causes for “calling in sick?”
Lower Back Pain
Common Cold
What are some successful physical activity management program tactics?
Walking trails, walking “challenges” and competitions
Subsidize employee membership to local gyms/health clubs
What are some successful Nutrition management program tactics?
Posters, displays, giveaways at the annual health fair
Educational materials
Lunch and learns
Year round comprehensive programs
Nutritional counseling/follow ups
Environmental changes -(Removing candy and soda machines)
What are some successful weight management program tactics?
Screenings Exercise classes (also PA) Competitions (“Biggest Loser”) Counseling sessions Small or large group sessions Self management tips Weight loss courses offered on site (ex: Weight Watchers at Work)
