We're working hard, but is it hardly working? Why process is critical in the delivery of worksite health promotion programs

To evaluate the relationship between the process and outcomes of worksite wellness committees (WWCs) implementing worksite health promotion programs at PPG Industries, Inc. We developed two unique tools to understand how WWCs function and to assess their program implementation. We then analyzed surv...

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Published inJournal of occupational and environmental medicine Vol. 55; no. 5; p. 586
Main Authors Felter, Elizabeth M, Nolan, Beth A D, Colombi, Alberto, Albert, Steven M, Pringle, Jan L
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.05.2013
Subjects
Health Promotion - economics
Health Promotion - methods
Health Promotion - organization & administration
Humans
Occupational Health
Organizational Culture
Outcome and Process Assessment (Health Care)
Program Evaluation
Workplace
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Summary:To evaluate the relationship between the process and outcomes of worksite wellness committees (WWCs) implementing worksite health promotion programs at PPG Industries, Inc. We developed two unique tools to understand how WWCs function and to assess their program implementation. We then analyzed survey data from 65 PPG worksites, measuring process and program implementation. Worksites that scored higher on the process indicator had more robust program implementation. The WWCs need increased attention from researchers and evaluators. Employers should consider administering worksite health promotion structural assessments to identify gaps in management support and program implementation that may influence program effectiveness.
ISSN:1536-5948
DOI:10.1097/JOM.0b013e3182882c17