Expert opinion
Optimise your wellbeing policy with our useful tips, clear advice and best practices. On this page we collect our blog articles under various topics to do with occupational wellbeing and health and safety. Use the filters on the left to quickly find the topic that interests you.
185 expertises found
The risks of quartz dust and possible protective measures
Long-term exposure to quartz dust can lead to dust lung and even lung cancer. Which employees are at risk and how do you protect them?
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Why sitting less is healthier
Research shows that sitting is unhealthy. People with desk jobs therefore run health risks.
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Cable management: how to handle cables safely
You’ll find masses of cables and wires in both offices and warehouses. This chaotic jumble is an accident waiting to happen and must be handled with care.
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Nudging: give your employees a little push in the right direction
Nudging subtly encourages employees to change their behaviour without restricting their choices. Here are a few concrete examples.
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Carefree business travel with new ‘pre-travel health advice’ e-learning course
Send your employees on business trips safely and in good health thanks to the ‘pre-travel health advice’ e-learning course.
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Person of trust training is even more impactful thanks to blended learning
Thanks to Blended Learning, the person of trust training is even more impactful. Discover what the advantages of this learning form are in the blog.
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Heidi Henkens
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Absenteeism explained: which absenteeism figures should I monitor?
Which figures offer a clear picture of the absenteeism in your organisation? Absenteeism expert Nathalie Vanaenrode gives you the answer in ‘Absenteeism…
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Nathalie Vanaenrode
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Are we fooling ourselves with well-being initiatives in the workplace? – Opinion
A recent study raised the question whether these measures are actually more than just symbolic. Gretel Schrijvers, CEO of Mensura Group, reveals the issues.
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What employers should know about autism in the workplace
Autism in the workplace is a highly underestimated issue. However, only few changes are needed to create an autism-friendly workplace.
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Gossip in the workplace? Here’s how to deal with it constructively!
A gossip-free workplace may sound like music to your ears, but in reality, it’s often a utopia. Yet not all gossip culture has to be negative.
Ignoring diversity in the workplace opens the door for conflict
How do you tackle more diversity in the workplace as an employer? Go for an inclusive approach. There are all kinds of benefits when involving all employees.
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When is an accident during telework considered an occupational accident?
When is an accident during telework considered an occupational accident? Much depends on when and where the incident occurs.
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The real impact of absenteeism? Calculate your direct and indirect absence costs
Over 1,500 euros per employee per year: that is how much absenteeism costs an average Belgian company in non-performing hours. And this does not take into account replacement costs, colleagues having to work overtime or dissatisfied clients. Katleen Jacobs of SD Worx and our absenteeism expert Bart Teuwen map out an overview of the costs.
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Bart Teuwen
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Compassion fatigue in 5 questions
Healthcare professionals with compassion fatigue no longer have the ability to empathise with patients and clients. Five pressing questions about compassion fatigue.
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Three out of four Belgians continue working when ill
A growing number of employees keep working (partially), even when they feel ill. This was the result of a study conducted by Mensura.
Bart Teuwen
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