Investing in workplace wellbeing helps businesses create safe, supportive environments where people feel valued, perform at their best, and are more likely to stay and grow with the organisation.
What we offer
Our Public Health team can support you to improve the health and wellbeing of your employees. We can provide your business and staff with advice and guidance on topics such as:
- Emotional wellbeing and minimising stress
- Musculoskeletal disorders
- Stopping smoking
- Weight management
- Healthier eating
- Physical activity
- Alcohol and substance misuse
- Sexual health
- Leadership, workplace culture and policy guidance.
For more information on how the Public Health team can support your business please contact PHIU@northlincs.gov.uk.
Creating a healthy, safe and supportive workplace is essential for helping employees thrive both personally and professionally. To assist organisations in strengthening their wellbeing offer, the following resources provide practical guidance, specialist support, and accessible tools that promote positive mental and physical health.
Suicide prevention – BS 30480
A new British Standard offering clear, practical guidance to help employers prevent suicide and support those affected within the workplace.
Read moreLiveWell North Lincolnshire
An online hub where employees can easily find local support services, community groups, activities, and wellbeing information.
Read moreThe Workplace Pledge
A local initiative with The Baton of Hope UK encouraging organisations to commit to improving mental health awareness and support for staff.
Read moreSupport your workforce to quit smoking
Swap to Stop is a free, fully funded scheme providing vape starter kits and support to help employees quit smoking and improve their wellbeing.
Read more5 ways to wellbeing
A simple guide promoting five evidence‑based actions—Connect, Be Active, Take Notice, Keep Learning, and Give—to improve everyday wellbeing.
Read moreWorkplace health, safety, and wellbeing
Regular insights, articles, and updates on workplace health, safety, and wellbeing from a leading professional - IOSH magazine.
Read moreSuicide prevention A new British Standard has been launched by the British Standards Institution
A new British Standard, BS 30480: Suicide prevention in the workplace, has been launched by the British Standards Institution (BSI). It provides employers with a clear and practical framework to help prevent suicide and to support people affected by suicide within workplace settings.
The standard supports organisations to:
- Identify and reduce suicide risk factors linked to work
- Create psychologically safe workplace cultures
- Put clear intervention and support pathways in place
- Respond appropriately when a suicide or suicide attempt affects the workplace
- Support managers and colleagues with confidence and compassion
Importantly, BS 30480 is designed to be applicable to organisations of all sizes and sectors. It helps employers embed suicide prevention into existing health, safety and wellbeing systems, rather than treating it as a standalone issue.
For businesses, adopting BS 30480 demonstrates leadership, social responsibility and a genuine commitment to protecting workforce wellbeing because one death is always too many.
BS 30480 helps organisations take practical, proportionate steps to prevent suicide, support employees who may be struggling, and respond compassionately when suicide affects the workplace.
Businesses can find out more about BS 30480 and how it can be applied in the workplace by exploring the following resources:
- BS 30480 Suicide and the Workplace - This standard offers a framework for organizations to address suicide.
- Mental health and wellbeing - Practical guidance and resources for employers and safety professionals.
- Suicide Prevention - find out more about local support.