The Impact of Psychological Safety on Employee Engagement and Risk Management

A new global research study from Workplace Options (WPO) and IIRSM reveals a critical disconnect in corporate wellbeing efforts. While 93% of business leaders around the world agree that psychological safety directly impacts business performance, many organisations lack clear strategies to address psychosocial risks.

‘The Impact of Psychological Safety on Employee Engagement and Risk Management’ study underscores the urgent need for companies to evolve beyond traditional risk management and integrate psychological wellbeing as a core business priority.

“Organisations need a clear health and wellbeing strategy,” said Sabreena Roberts, Director of Professional Services at IIRSM, “one that focuses on both physical and psychological wellbeing and is at the centre of the organisational strategy. But that alone is not enough.

“Leadership must drive the adoption of the strategy across all levels of the organisation, and it needs to be effectively integrated within day-to-day operations in order for risks to be managed, performance to improve and the business to excel.”

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