Employee flu vaccination has proven to be a very wise investment. Your employees are the centre and heart of your business, and you rely on them to function correctly. Unfortunately, during the winter months, Flu is on the rise and more and more of your employees will begin taking time off work. It isn't their fault. They have caught the influenza virus and are so unwell that they cannot get out of bed. They may suffer from headaches, nausea and fatigue. Even if they chose to attend work, their productivity levels would not be high and you would notice a decrease in workload.
The solution? Hosting a workplace flu vaccination session where your staff can get their annual employee flu shot will prevent them from catching the annoying virus. They will be able to work at maximum capabilities through the months ahead and you won't notice a decrease in productivity. It's understood that investing in employee flu vaccination can save a significant amount of money during the winter months. In addition, you'll also be able to reduce absenteeism and presenteeism (when your staff turn up to work unwell). Through saving on lost production time, you will be able to see an increase in your businesses overall profits through the season.
Furthermore, it's important for your company to be ethically focused. Your employees are the heart and soul of your business. By investing in Corporate flu vaccination, you are giving them an added benefit of working with you. Many of the major organizations and businesses who employ thousands of people invest in on-site flu jabs each and every year. Apart from the noticeable benefits of increased profits and increased productivity, you will also be showing your employees that you actually care about them and their health.
Corporate Care can set up an onsite employee flu vaccination clinic customised to your business.
Aitor is a Registered Nurse (AHPRA registration NMW0001159845) with over 19 years experience in General Nursing, Emergency Nursing and Corporate Health. He loves Flu, works with Flu, studies Flu, writes about Flu and ironically, he’s had the Flu.
He is the Lead Nurse Consultant at Corporate Care and a proud member of the Australian National Padel Team.